Nahe
Wine Estates
Nahe
History & Legacy
- A family estate with deep roots in Traisen, known for meticulous vineyard work.
Winemaking Philosophy
- Focus on Riesling and Burgundy varieties.
- Precision, clarity, and expressive aromatics.
- Mix of stainless steel and oak.
Key Vineyards
- Traiser Rotenfels (volcanic)
- Felsenberg
- Kupfergrube
Style Signature
- Aromatic, spicy Rieslings with volcanic lift.
- Elegant, structured Pinot Blanc and Pinot Gris.
History & Legacy
- One of Germany’s most revered estates, run by the Dönnhoff family for over 250 years. Helmut Dönnhoff elevated the winery to global fame; today, his son Cornelius continues the legacy.
Winemaking Philosophy
- Absolute focus on Riesling purity and terroir expression.
- Minimal intervention; gentle pressing; slow, cool fermentation.
- Each vineyard bottled separately to highlight site character.
Key Vineyards
- Hermannshöhle (Grand Cru)
- Brücke
- Dellchen
- Felsenberg
These are among Germany’s most iconic Riesling sites.
Style Signature
- Deep, mineral, crystalline Rieslings.
- Both dry and Prädikat wines are benchmarks for Germany.
- Incredible longevity.
History & Legacy
- Founded in 1902 as a Prussian state domain. Now privately owned and revitalized into a top estate.
Winemaking Philosophy
- 100% estate‑grown fruit.
- Focus on dry, precise Rieslings.
- Emphasis on volcanic and slate terroirs.
Key Vineyards
All are Grosse Lagen (Grand Cru):
- Kupfergrube
- Hermannsberg
- Steinberg
- Bastei
Style Signature
- Powerful, smoky, volcanic Rieslings.
- Structured, age‑worthy, and deeply mineral.
History & Legacy
- Tim Fröhlich transformed this family estate into one of Germany’s most acclaimed modern wineries.
Winemaking Philosophy
- Wild ferments, long lees contact, and minimal intervention.
- Extreme focus on dry Rieslings with tension and phenolic grip.
- Precision and razor‑sharp minerality.
Key Vineyards
- Felseneck (iconic)
- Stromberg
- Halenberg
- Frühlingsplätzchen
Style Signature
- Electric, smoky, mineral Rieslings.
- Among the most intense and age‑worthy in Germany.
History & Legacy
- A historic estate dating back to the early 19th century, run by the Diel family since 1802. Caroline Diel is the current generation leading the winery.
Winemaking Philosophy
- Focus on Riesling and Pinot varieties.
- Precision, elegance, and long lees aging.
- Known for both still wines and top‑tier Sekt.
- Goldloch
- Burgberg
- Pittermännchen
All steep, slate‑ and quartzite‑rich sites.
Style Signature
- Powerful, structured Rieslings with spice and depth.
- Some of Germany’s finest sparkling wines.