The winemaker Franziska hawk is appointed at a ceremony for the "Winemaker of the Year". Nevertheless, the mood is depressed, as Franziska remembers during her acceptance speech to her deceased Anton two years ago. Finally, she asks her son David to the stage, who actually "deserves the award," since he has followed in his father's footsteps.Josef Fink, the owner of a competing winery, is also among the guests of the award ceremony. Afterwards he tries to persuade Franziska to "retire" and to sell him her winery . However, this would like to overwrite the property soon her son. Meanwhile, David flirts with Marie, Josef's daughter. She tells him that she wants to go to a fashion school in Vienna .That same evening, Franziska and David hit home for success. David tells his mother about Marie's plans and announces doubts as to whether Josef will be happy with his daughter's decision. Since one should never bend for others, Franziska welcomes Marie's decision.