Baden Wine Region
Explore Germany's warmest wine region, where Mediterranean climate and volcanic soils in the Kaiserstuhl create distinctive Rieslings known locally as 'Klingelberger' in the picturesque Ortenau district.
About Baden
Baden stretches nearly 400 kilometers along Germany's southwestern border, making it the country's third-largest wine region and warmest overall. While primarily known for Pinot varieties, the Ortenau district produces exceptional Riesling (called 'Klingelberger') on weathered granite soils. The region's Mediterranean-like climate allows for full ripening while retaining distinctive mineral character.
Quick Facts
Soil Types:
Riesling Characteristics
Flavor Profile
Baden Rieslings are typically fuller-bodied with ripe fruit flavors, moderate acidity, and distinctive mineral character from granite soils. Ortenau Klingelbergers show citrus, orange blossom, and flinty minerality.
Best Vintages
Consistently good ripening due to warm climate. Recent excellent years: 2022, 2020, 2018, 2016.
Wine Towns & Cities in Baden
Explore the charming wine towns and cities that make Baden a premier destination for Riesling enthusiasts.
Planning Your Visit
Best Time to Visit
March through November. Spring offers mild weather and blossoming fruit trees. Summer provides perfect weather for Black Forest excursions.
Wine Tourism Tips
Base in Baden-Baden for Ortenau access or Freiburg for Kaiserstuhl. Visit during spring Baumblütenfest (tree blossom festival). Combine wine tasting with Black Forest tourism and thermal spas.