Dornfelder is a dark-skinned grape variety of German origin that has become popular in recent years. It has a reddish-purple hue and can produce a variety of styles of wine, from dry and light-bodied to full-bodied and sweet.

Dornfelder grapes have dark, reddish-purple skins that can produce wines that are deep ruby to purple in colour. On the nose, they have fruity aromas of blackberry, raspberry, plum and blueberry with floral notes. On the palate, Dornfelder wines can be light-bodied and tart with a hint of sweetness or full-bodied and velvety with a sweeter finish.

Dornfelder is grown in several countries across Europe, including Germany, Austria, Hungary, Romania, Switzerland and the Czech Republic. It is also planted in some other countries, such as the United States, Canada and Australia. Dornfelder grapes are relatively easy to grow and are resistant to cold temperatures and disease, making them a popular choice for viticulturists. They can be used to make a variety of styles of wine, from dry and light-bodied to full-bodied and sweet. In Germany, Dornfelder wines are often dark coloured, medium to full-bodied and dry with a tart finish. But also barrel-aged wines are made. Dornfelder is a versatile wine that can be paired with a variety of dishes. It pairs well with red meats such as beef, lamb and pork, as well as game. It also pairs well with rich dishes such as stews and casseroles. It is also a good choice for pairing with dark chocolate desserts.

Dornfelder was the first dark-skinned grape variety to be created in Germany since the 14th century.

It was developed in the 1960s by crossing two other varieties and was released in 1976.