Without Joker, could Batman ever be a real superhero? Or Sherlock Holmes the world’s greatest detective, if criminal mastermind Professor James Moriarty wasn’t a threat to his very own life? All heroes have nemeses, and vitis vinifera – certainly a real hero to many a wine lover – has one too: phylloxera. 

What to expect:  The Mosel wine region in Germany boasts some of the steepest vineyards globally, characterized by one of the coolest climates for wine production and the cultivation of one of the most delicate grape varieties. These exceptional features converge to create the ideal conditions for producing world-class Rieslings. In this informative session, participants will gain a comprehensive introduction to the Mosel wine