In Germany, the sweetness of Sekt wines follows a strict rating system:
| Sweetness Rating | Grams residual sugar per litre |
|---|---|
| Extra Herb (Brut) | 0 - 6 |
| Herb (Brut) | 0 - 15 |
| Extra Trocken (Extra Dry) | 12 - 20 |
| Trocken (Dry) | 17 - 35 |
| Halbtrocken (Demi Sec) | 33 - 50 |
| Süss, Drux, Doux (Sweet) | 50+ |