Saar & Ruwer (part of the Moselle)

Main grape variety: Riesling

Grape varieties: Riesling (over 80%), Müller-Thurgau, Pinot Blanc

Cultivated area: Approx. 1,900 hectares (of which approx. 800 hectares on the Saar and approx. 110 hectares on the Ruwer)

Climate: Cooler than on the Moselle, very influenced by the river climate, with warm days and cool nights

Number of winemakers: Approx. 200 wineries (mostly small wineries)

International wine quality: Highly appreciated, elegant and mineral Rieslings, worldwide export

Geography: Steep slate slopes along the rivers Saar and Ruwer, characterized by rough soils and cool microclimate

Special feature: Famous Rieslings with long storage capacity and pronounced minerality; cooler growing area compared to the Mosel

Tourism: Approximately 200,000 visitors annually, particularly popular with wine lovers and hikers

Activities: Hiking along the Saar and Ruwer, wine tastings in renowned wineries, visits to historical places such as Trier and Saarburg

Export volume/turnover: Moderate export volume, especially to Great Britain, USA and Asia; approx. 80 million euros turnover annually

Region & people: The people of the Saar and Ruwer are strongly connected to nature and winemaking. The region is rural and quiet, with small villages and a long winemaking tradition. Winemakers and wine lovers appreciate the special minerality and freshness of the Saar and Ruwer Rieslings.