Luxembourg

Luxembourg makes wine, and this is what it grows.

Rivaner leads the plantings, with Riesling, Pinot Gris, Auxerrois and Pinot Blanc, plus one more alongside it.

Vines root into clay and slate.

The climate is maritime/oceanic.

The vineyards themselves read as riverside and slopes.

White wine and sparkling wine is what the region is known for, and in the glass it shows showcasing floral and fruity notes.

Quality is codified by the Marque Nationale, which is worth reading off the label.

The named areas within are Moselle.

Producers worth knowing include Bernard Massard, Domaine Alice Hartmann and Domaines Vinsmoselle.

Pour them alongside seafood, poultry, salads and light pasta dishes.

Serve at 8 to 10°C.

In the glass.

White: Showcasing floral and fruity notes.

Grapes planted here.

Classifications.

• Marque Nationale

Producers worth knowing.

Bottles to look for.

• Baron de Beaucourt Sec, Luxembourg
• Bernard Massard Chardonnay Brut, Moselle, Luxembourg
• Bernard Massard Cremant de Luxembourg Brut Millesime, Moselle, Luxembourg
• Bernard Massard Cremant de Luxembourg Cuvee de l'Ecusson Brut, Moselle, Luxembourg
• Bernard Massard Cuvee de l'Ecusson Brut Rose, Moselle, Luxembourg
• Bernard Massard Royal Peche, Moselle, Luxembourg
• Bernard Massard Selection Brut, Moselle, Luxembourg
• Bofferding Pils de Tradition, Luxembourg

At the table.

• Seafood
• Poultry
• Salads
• Light Pasta Dishes

Serving and cellaring.

• Serve at 8 to 10°C.

Inside the region.

Nearby regions.

Luxembourg: common questions

More from here: every wine region in Luxembourg.