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flag Warmer temperatures have boosted German vineyards, but extreme weather threatens their future.

flag Climate change has allowed vineyards in northern Germany, including one near Berlin at a latitude comparable to Mongolia and Alaska, to thrive after decades of decline. flag Rising summer temperatures, exceeding 1°C since reunification, have enabled earlier harvests—starting in September—and improved grape ripening, leading to over 200 hectares of new vineyards since 2016 under EU expansion rules. flag Winemakers in regions like Lower Saxony now produce reds such as Pinotin, benefiting from warmer conditions. flag However, increased risks from extreme weather, late frosts, droughts, and excessive rain have worsened fungal diseases like downy mildew and esca, prompting some to adopt resistant grape varieties. flag Despite progress, economic challenges persist due to competition with cheaper southern European wines, and uncertainty remains about the long-term sustainability of this climate-dependent industry.

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