Our Criteria for Certification

The recommendations we give for your journey into the Franconian Wine Country are made with a clear conscience, because our selection is based on a series of carefully devised criteria. This ensures that your stay will be just what you have hoped for, when you travel to the home of Franconian wine.

• Quality, Range Diversity and Balance of the wines on sale
• High-quality wine glasses and serving skills
• Wines recommended by sommeliers or trained staff
• Sophisticated international yet Francoinian-inspired cuisine

• Comprehensive regional and typical selection of wines
• Clear and well set-out wine list
• Menu focusses on typical Franconian dishes and regional products
• Authentic Franconian atmosphere

• Wines from the current vintage and a representative cross-section of local or regional wines
• Wine recommendations for the individual dishes
• Variety of small dishes/finger food on offer
• Use of regional products
• Tastings of different wines
• Good wine and tourism knowledge of the service staff
• Atmosphere of a wine bar is given by furnishing and presentation

• Winegrower family atmosphere
• Typical for the region
• Menu with typical regional snacks and food
• Produce mainly sourced from local bakers, butchers or by direct marketing

• High-quality, attractive product range typical of the region
• Products sourced in the region
• Reliable and visitor-friendly opening times
• Attractive shop interior

• Special atmosphere connected to winegrowing
• Impressive selection of wines on sale in the estate’s own Vinotheque/wine shop
• Activities on offer such as vineyard or cellar tours, helping with the grape harvest, wine seminars or cultural events
• Wines can be tasted

• Historical, stylish atmosphere
• Tested quality wines from recent vintages
• Regional Franconian food specialities, fresh seasonal produce
• Well-balanced musical repertoire

• Special ambience
• Stylish design
• Balanced content with a focus on wine and culture
• Contemporary wine and glass culture
• Sophisticated food offer with consideration of regional products