Scheurebe

Scheurebe is a white grape variety grown mainly in Germany but also in Austria, Slovenia, Switzerland, and the US. It produces full-bodied, high-acid wines with intense aromas, often with a floral character.

The Scheurebe grape is a white variety, producing a golden-yellow colored wine. Its intense aromas include notes of black currants, peach and ripe pear. On the palate it has a crisp acidity and a fruity taste, often with a hint of sweetness.

Scheurebe is mainly grown in Germany, especially in the Rheinhessen and Pfalz regions. It is also grown in Austria, Slovenia, Switzerland, and the US The Scheurebe grape is a vigorous variety and has a high tolerance of dryness and winter frosts.When grown in cooler climates it can produce higher levels of acidity, which adds to its characteristic crispness. Scheurebe can be used to make dry wines, as well as the luscious Beerenauslese, Trokenbeerenauslese and Eiswein. In Germany, Scheurebe wines are usually made as single varietal wines, often with a hint of sweetness. They are medium to full-bodied, with intense aromas and a crisp acidity. In Austria, the variety is often blended with other white grapes to produce fresh and fruity wines. Scheurebe wines pair well with a variety of dishes, from salads to seafood and spicy foods. They can also be enjoyed as an aperitif.

Scheurebe is a crossing of two other grape varieties - Riesling and Bukettraube.

It was created in 1916 by Dr. Georg Scheu, who named the variety after himself.