21. Germany's Next Generation, Part 1: Meike & Dörte of Meyer-Näkel

Sisters Meike & Dörte Näkel are fifth-generation winemakers in Ahr, Germany’s northernmost region for red wine production. Their winery, Meyer-Näkel, is the regional benchmark for Pinot Noir, known as Spätburgunder in Germany. After taking the reins over a decade ago, Meike & Dörte have emphasized sustainability in their farming practices. They discuss with Chris what it means to inherit a venerable wine estate as well as Ahr's unique viticultural challenges.

 

The wines of Meyer-Näkel are imported to the USA by The German Wine Collection, and this episode of By The Glass was produced in partnership with Wines of Germany.