Saar

The Saar-Ruwer wine region is located in the western part of Germany, specifically in the state of Rhineland-Palatinate, and is one of the country's 13 wine-producing regions. The region is named after the two rivers flowing through it, the Saar and the Ruwer. It has a long history of winemaking, dating back to Roman times, although its vineyards were devastated by phylloxera in the late 19th century and later replanted with Riesling, which have thrived in the region's unique terroir. Saar-Ruwer is relatively small, covering an area of about 1,000 hectares (2,471 acres) of vineyards. The region has a cool climate, ideal for growing Riesling grapes. The steep slopes along the river valleys provide excellent drainage and exposure to sunlight, which helps the grapes ripen slowly and develop complex flavours. The region is divided into six districts: Saarburg, Konz, Oberemmel, Wiltingen, Serrig, and Kanzem. The wines produced here are elegant and aromatic with a distinctive minerality and are typically light to medium-bodied, with green apple, citrus, and stone fruit flavours. The region also produces some sparkling wines and a small amount of red wine from Pinot Noir grapes.