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The harvest and holiday seasons are delightful times for wine lovers, especially in countries with rich winemaking traditions, like Germany. From August to December, Germany’s wine heritage shines brightly through a series of unique festivals held across its renowned wine regions. More than 1.000 wine festivals offer more than just the opportunity to savor exceptional wines—they also provide an immersive experience in German culture.

Welcome to #BehindtheVines, a series that profiles one producer from Bordeaux or Germany to give you a new perspective on the growers who prune, pick and package your favorite wines. This month, we’re highlighting Théophile Cordonnier, the business-minded eldest son of the Cordonnier winemaking family and a member of the Château Anthonic team since 2020. Read along to learn more about Théophile and Château Anthonic’s work in sustainable winemaking and agroforestry.

One of the most northerly winemaking countries, Germany’s wines are shaped by its array of varying climates and soil conditions. Concentrated in the south and southwestern parts of the country and spanning over 255,000 acres, each of Germany’s 13 winegrowing regions feature distinct characteristics that contribute to the country’s diverse selection of quality wines.

Welcome to #BehindtheVines, a series that profiles one producer from Bordeaux or Germany to give you a new perspective on the growers who prune, pick and package your favorite wines. This month, we’re highlighting Andrea Wirsching, the 14th generation winemaker at Weingut Hans Wirsching, one of Franken’s most renowned estates and a top producer of Silvaner bottled in the region’s famous Bocksbeutel shape. 

Bordeaux is the largest AOC vineyard of France, producing a broad range of wines from quality terroirs (a French term that encompasses the land, surrounding flora and fauna, and human element). Once a large port city centered on the Garonne River, Bordeaux has a total vineyard area of over 250,000 acres across 65 appellations, guaranteeing a wine fit for everyone’s taste.

Join Clink Different to taste delicious, high-quality wines from Germany and Bordeaux this April and May at two exciting food and wine festivals: SAVOR SoFLO and Heritage Fire in Austin, TX.