However, Müller-Thurgau, which was one of the first to be grown during the 20th century renaissance (see below), has recently lost favour, dropping from 134.64 ha (1st) in 1996 to 81.1 ha (3rd) in 2004. Other widely grown varieties of white grape include Chardonnay, Madeleine Angevine, Schönburger, Huxelrebe and Ortega.
Müller-Thurgau, a grape variety that was one of the first to be cultivated during the 20th century revival (see below), has recently lost popularity, dropping from being the most popular in 1996 to the third most popular in 2004. Other widely grown white grapes include Chardonnay, Madeleine Angevine, Schönburger, Huxelrebe and Ortega.