What does QmP stand for in German wine classification?

• A. Qualitatswein mit Pradikat
• B. Qualitatswein mit Pradikat
• C. Qualitatswein bestimmter Anbaugebiete
• D. Pradikatwein

Answer: (A)

QmP stands for Qualitätswein mit Prädikat, meaning a wine that is Qualitätswein but carries a Prädikat based on grape ripeness at harvest. This indicates a higher level of quality criteria tied to the sugar and ripeness of the grapes, placing it in the Prädikatswein family (levels such as Kabinett, Spätlese, Auslese, and others). This category is distinct from Qualitätswein bestimmter Anbaugebiete, which is Qualitätswein tied to a specific region without a Prädikat. The official term for the broader category is Prädikatswein, but on labels you’ll see the designation described as Qualitätswein mit Prädikat.