Rhineland
In 1946, the Rhineland was divided into the newly founded states of Hesse, North Rhine-Westphalia, and Rhineland-Palatinate. North Rhine-Westphalia is one of the prime German industrial areas, containing significant mineral deposits, (coal, lead, lignite, magnesium, oil, and uranium) and water transport. In Rhineland-Palatinate agriculture is more important, including the vineyards in the Ahr, Mittelrhein, and Mosel regions.
Rhineland-Palatinate
The worldwide leader in sparkling wine production, producing 245 million bottles in 2006, is the renowned Group. This company is headquartered in Trier, with operations in several locations in Rhineland-Palatinate.