Südhang

south-facing slope

noun ZUET-hahng Rare

Usage Note

Südhang is a slope with a southern exposure, benefiting from maximum sunlight. In Germany, prime vineyards (Weinlagen) are almost always on Südhängen of river valleys such as the Rhine, Moselle, and Neckar.

Examples

"Die Riesling-Reben auf dem sonnigen Südhang reifen besonders gut."

Natural Translation

The Riesling vines on the sunny south-facing slope ripen especially well.

Literal Translation

The Riesling vines on the sunny south slope ripen particularly well.

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