Grape day out Pfalz & German wine route

What a grape day sounds like

Why visit the Pfalz? Warmer climate, charming half-timbered, medieval villages, juicy red wines and the best food in Germany. Its also the perfect way to spend a day if your visiting Heidelberg. Dating back to roman times, when the romans believed they had found the Tuscany of the north with its warmer climate and mix of red sandstone terroir today the Pfalz still gives of a Mediterranean vibe of figs, almonds and cypress trees in the spring & summer. Being further south its warmer and therefor one of the most dynamic of the German wine regions in terms of a variety of red wines and has a Francophile influence on cuisine due to the history of borders moving between Alsace. While you can expect to find ripe Spätburgunder & and dry Riesling with more body in recent years winemakers are focusing on red varietals like Syrah, Merlot, Cab Franc with a focus on making red blends (Thanks Climate Change!) Besides taking in the vineyard views we will visit a thoughtful mix of wineries from acclaimed to smaller and boutique wine makers. There will be great examples along the way of how wine traditions are being taken forward by a new generation focused on quality and sustainable wines . With all those tastings we will need to stay balanced with a hearty regional lunch in a charming Pfalz wine village or maybe a castle with panoramic views. What is included in your full day Grape Escape
of the Pfalz * I offer convenient hotel pick up and drop off from Heidelberg, Mainz or Frankfurt * Pick up is usually around 10:00 ( based on first appointment) and we return around 17:00 * We will go off-road into the vineyards getting you up close to the vines and amazing views. Great opportunity to get picture for a memorable moment. * A detailed introduction into German wine with 3 wine tastings where you will sample more than 30+ wines over the day. All tasting fees are included * if you get a little peckish after the first wine tasting I offer fresh baked pretzel sticks or other interesting baked good from a very good local baker * The Pfalz has some of the best German food due to its rich agriculture. We will have lunch at a local wine tavern off the tourist path. Let me know of any dietary requirements. * Depending on group size you will be chauffeured in a BMW SUV or 7 seater VW mini van * I offer top quality german sparking water or still water along the way.  * As special service I can help ship your wine purchases back home ( not inc shipping costs )