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.

Restaurants

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

Guest Houses & Wine taverns

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

Heckenwirtschaften

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

Franconian cuisine

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

Accomodation providers

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

Franconian Wine festivals

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

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