These prime vineyard sites in the Middle Mosel were to get this $500 million bridge:

But now it will remain like this…

…thanks to Green Party gains at the recent state elections. Read more.
Raise a glass of Kabinett!
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On April 6th, 2011 at 1:57 pm ,Tim McDonald wrote:
Terrific News Dr Vino!
On April 6th, 2011 at 4:44 pm ,Sharon Kapnick wrote:
Well at least there is still some sanity somewhere in the world!
On April 7th, 2011 at 4:36 am ,Sarah Washington wrote:
Please be aware that this is only a temporary stop for the 5 weeks of coalition talks. We still have the final battle on our hands, and we will need your help.
Here is a brand new petition – directly addressing the politicians in Rheinland-Pfalz who will be making the tough decision whether to continue. Please sign and spread:
http://www.b50neu.de/epetition/index.html
(An English translation of the main text will appear in a day or two.)
On June 13th, 2012 at 2:06 pm ,IronStomach wrote:
Perhaps a tunnel???
I am a fan of riesling wine and it is terrific news that there is a halt to reassess. Still, it is difficult to stand in the way of “progress.” How about a tunnel? It would reduce the impact that a bridge would cause, and it will allow traffic to move along just as well. Just a thought…