About Müller-Thurgau

Müller-Thurgau is a German-born white grape variety created in 1882 by crossing Riesling with Madeleine Royale (not Silvaner, as once believed). The goal was to create a grape with Riesling’s aromatics and better resistance to cold and disease.

It became incredibly popular in post-war Europe, especially in Germany, Austria, Switzerland, and Northern Italy, due to its reliable yields and early ripening. For decades, it was Germany’s most planted variety, forming the base of many easy-drinking, affordable wines like Liebfraumilch.

Today, Müller-Thurgau is regaining attention for clean, modern styles with gentle floral aromatics, soft fruit, and refreshing lightness, especially when grown with care in cooler climates.