Germany is a leading wine producer in Europe, known for its distinctive cool-climate wines. The country’s vineyards are predominantly located along rivers and on steep slopes, particularly in regions like the Mosel, Rheingau, and Nahe, where the reflective qualities of the river and the angled vineyards maximize sun exposure, allowing grapes to ripen fully in cooler conditions. Germany is renowned for its Riesling, a grape that thrives in its varied terroirs, producing wines that range from bone-dry to lusciously sweet, often with a characteristic balance of acidity and sweetness.