Online Auction to Raise Money for Flood-Hit Ahr Wineries in Germany

The World's Best Vineyards grouping, backed by William Reed, will hold an online auction in September to raise money for wineries hit by catastrophic floods in western Germany's Ahr region. Record rainfall in western Europe in July caused the Ahr River to burst its banks, destroying homes, wineries, cellars and infrastructure. The auction, which will take place 17-20 September, will offer wine lovers the opportunity to bid on exclusive experiences and rare wines, with many donations coming from wineries included in last year’s Top 50 World’s Best Vineyards list, the group said on its website.