The Uncorked Mosel Club

  The Apprenticeship Diaries: My Winemaking Journey in Germany W elcome to the first installment of The Apprenticeship Diaries , where I’ll be sharing my experiences as I work towards becoming a winemaker in the historic Mosel Valley , one of Germany’s most renowned wine regions. This series will give you an insider’s perspective on the daily life of a winemaker apprentice , covering everything from hands-on vineyard work to the intricate processes in the cellar. If you had told me a few years ago that I’d be here, learning the craft of winemaking in the heart of Germany’s wine country , I would have laughed. But here I am, knee-deep in vines and cellar work, and loving every second of it. Vineyard Work: The winemaking process truly begins in the vineyard, and that’s where my apprenticeship journey starts. Working in the vineyards is far from the romanticized images you see in movies—it’s hard, physical labor that demands dedication. Early mornings, blistering sun, rain-soak...