What does Zeller Schwarze Katz mean?
What does Zeller Schwarze Katz mean?
Zeller Schwarze Katz. In German, Zeller Shwarze Katz means “The black cat from Zell”. Zell is a small wine producing town in the Middle Mosel. According to legend, a black cat fiercely protected a barrel of Zell wine which was cellared among barrels of several other wines, which it completely ignored.
What kind of wine is Schmitt Sohne Zeller?
Schmitt Sohne Zeller Schwarze Katz Muller Thurgau,Riesling. ~ Winery Notes This is the most famous wine from this village and is recognized worldwide as the “Black Cat” wine, made from Riesling and Müller-Thurgau grapes. The medium-bodied wine is light, crisp…. More Info: Schmitt Sohne Zeller Schwarze Katz.
Why do Zell wineries have Black Cats on their labels?
According to legend, a black cat fiercely protected a barrel of Zell wine which was cellared among barrels of several other wines, which it completely ignored. It was presumed by the local wine merchants that the Zeller wine must be special. Zell wineries capitalized on the popular legend by featuring black cats on their labels.
