Dornfelder
A black variety, originally from Germany

Summary

A crossing with a complex lineage, it has has become one of the most important black grapes varieties of Germany. While often producing single varietal wines in both early drinking (sometimes with residual sugar) and more structural styles, it is also blended with Spätburgunder.

Important Wines

Regional Synonyms

  • Dom Felder

Percentage of Plantings

Varietal Facts(2016 data)

Global Rank
89th
Global Plantings (%)
New World Plantings

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Aroma Markers