category: beverages/drinks: alcoholic beverages: wine

Qualitätswein bestimmter Anbaugebiete, QbA

Qualitätswein bestimmter Anbaugebiete or short QbA is a category in German wine qualification. The quality of the wine lies between Tafelwein and Kabinett. It must have a minimum of 50 - 70 degrees oechsle. QbA-wines may contain additional sugar. They are tested and have an official test number on their label. The category can be compared to the Italian DOC and the French AOC.

See also:
wine,
white wine,
red wine,
rosé wine,
Sherry,
Port wine,
sparkling wine,
Champagne,
Sekt,
semi-sparkling wine,
Cuvée,
Assemblage,
blended wine, and
grape varieties.