Change traditions: Baden and Württemberg winegrowers stick to wine queen

Change traditions: Baden and Württemberg winegrowers stick to wine queen

In the Baden and Württemberg wine -growing region, there is a remarkable continuity in the tradition of the wine queens, despite a heated dispute in the Palatinate. While the renaming and modernization of the title of the wine queen is passionately discussed in Pfalz, the focus in Baden and Württemberg remains on the proven tradition and its contemporary design.

The importance of tradition in Baden and Württemberg

The winemakers in Baden and Württemberg seem unimpressed by the discussion about the Palatinate wine queen. Hermann Morast, managing director of the Württemberg wine association, emphasizes that tradition is alive and will not be changed by external social debates. This shows how important solid traditions are for the identity of the region and its wine culture. Such traditions are not only a nice custom, they also promote the community and cohesion among the winegrowers.

modernization of wine sovereigns

In both associations, Baden and Württemberg, more emphasis is placed on a modern design of wine sovereignty. According to Holger Klein, the managing director of the Baden winegrowing association, it is important that the vineyards are professionally qualified and promote the culture of Baden wine. These women are not only representatives, but also important multipliers of viticulture culture. The Baden Wine Construction Association pursues the goal of making the role of the wine queen in a contemporary and relevant manner, while the discussion about names such as "Pfalwein Ambassador" in the Palatinate remains controversial.

diversity in the title award

The Württemberg wine association will continue to adhere to its traditions when awarding titles. Morast explains that titles play an important role in tradition and that the next competitions for the wine crown will continue to be advertised for women. However, if a serious application from men are received, this will also be considered. This shows an openness to diversity in the wine industry, which exists despite a still male -dominated structure.

The influence of the wine queens on the industry

The role of the wine queens is considered important in the industry to promote female talents. Klein emphasizes that the office is not only representative, but can also have an impact on the youngsters. In a traditionally male -shaped industry, the wine queens serve as door openers for women and thus support the development and integration of female young people.

outlook for the future elections

With the background of this strong tradition and the efforts to have a modern design of wine sovereignty, committee work in both associations is of great importance. On the occasion of the upcoming elections to the Palatinate wine queen on October 4 in Neustadt, a long -term concept will be developed to put the elections on wider feet. Whether a queen with a crown or sovereignty of wine with a pin - the decision will be a further step into the future of wine culture in the region.