Overview

• Fungus-resistant grape varieties (Piwis) grew by 10% in 2024, now covering 3,500 hectares and representing 3.5% of Germany's vineyard area.
• Souvignier Gris, Germany's leading Piwi variety, saw its cultivation area increase by 208 hectares to approximately 600 hectares.
• Southern European red wine varieties, such as Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon, are gaining traction despite an overall decline in red wine production.
• Organic viticulture expanded significantly, with 15% of German vineyards now farmed organically, up 1,500 hectares from 2022.
• White wine grapes remain dominant, accounting for over two-thirds of Germany's vineyard area, with 71,400 hectares planted in 2024.