Rhine River Valley

We admired the rambling vineyard estates, the quiet towns that seemed to hold still the passing of time. We basked in the same sunlight that bathed and nourished the grapes that produced world renowned wines. This region contains a perfect microclimate for growing the famous Riesling wine grapes, with its magical formula of weather, sunlight, and fertile soil.
The Rhine River Valley is also known as a romantic destination. The works of famous writers and composers have been influenced by this fairytale setting as a backdrop to their love stories and music.

[timothyrominger]

It’s beautiful seeing the newer houses with the castle ruins in the background. I can’t believe how uncomfortable it must be tending to the grapes on that steep of an incline!