Which statement best describes the general grape dominance after Riesling?

Which statement best describes the general grape dominance after Riesling?

• A. Silvaner and Scheurebe
• B. Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc
• C. Müller-Thurgau and Grauburgunder
• D. Grauburgunder and Riesling

Answer: (C)

Riesling leads German plantings, and the two varieties most commonly grown after it are Müller-Thurgau and Grauburgunder. Müller-Thurgau was created as an early-ripening, high-yielding grape that adapts well to many sites, which helped it accumulate a large share of vineyards in the past. Grauburgunder, known as Pinot Gris, offers broad versatility and reliable quality across regions, pushing it to a high planting level as well. Together, they represent the next tier of popularity after Riesling because of their adaptability to Germany’s climate and soils, even though other varieties like Silvaner or Scheurebe are important in specific regions.

Riesling leads German plantings, and the two varieties most commonly grown after it are Müller-Thurgau and Grauburgunder. Müller-Thurgau was created as an early-ripening, high-yielding grape that adapts well to many sites, which helped it accumulate a large share of vineyards in the past. Grauburgunder, known as Pinot Gris, offers broad versatility and reliable quality across regions, pushing it to a high planting level as well. Together, they represent the next tier of popularity after Riesling because of their adaptability to Germany’s climate and soils, even though other varieties like Silvaner or Scheurebe are important in specific regions.