This year’s focus: Key trade fair for Riesling: minimal quantity but maximal quality in 2010 +++ Panel discussion: impact of the EU wine market reform +++ Regional highlight: Vintage 2010 ORTSWEINE Rheinhessen +++ Open to all wine enthusiasts: Börsentreff (casual get-together) and wine ball +++

In the upcoming edition of FINE Das Weinmagazin, FAZ editor Dr. Daniel Deckers reports how, after meticulous research, he finally discovered the world’s oldest vineyard map - and thus, the very first classification of wine ever - in the State Library of Hesse in Wiesbaden. The map belongs to the appendix of the book “Viticulture in Nassau” by...

VDP Anniversary Auctions: Prices Soared Quickly – Historical Results

- Berlin art scene is stylish backdrop for VDP centennial celebration

- Tastings in more than 70 of Berlin’s most interesting art galleries

- A first: All VDP wine estates to participate at “Wine & Art”

24, 25, and 26 September 2010

Outstanding Vintage 2009 and Exclusive Rarities – Dating from the VDP’s Foundation in 1910 – Expected to Attract Bidders from Around the World.