Württemberg
Wine Estates
Württemberg
History & Legacy
- A rising star in the Heilbronn/Obersulm area, known for expressive red wines.
Winemaking Philosophy
- Focus on Lemberger, Cabernet, and Pinot Noir.
- Low yields and careful extraction.
- Emphasis on depth and structure.
Key Vineyards
- Obersulmer Löwenstein
- Eschenauer Paradies
Style Signature
- Dense, powerful reds.
- Modern, polished style.
History & Legacy
- A traditional Heilbronn winery with a strong focus on regional red varieties.
Winemaking Philosophy
- Classic Württemberg craftsmanship.
- Emphasis on fruit purity and balance.
- Strong focus on Trollinger and Lemberger.
Key Vineyards
- Heilbronner Stiftsberg
- Heilbronner Wartberg
Style Signature
- Fresh, fruit‑driven reds.
- Approachable, regional typicity.
History & Legacy
- One of Württemberg’s oldest family wineries, documented since 1496. The Drautz family has shaped Heilbronn’s wine culture for over 500 years.
Winemaking Philosophy
- Focus on Lemberger, Trollinger, Pinot varieties, and white cuvées.
- Combination of tradition and modern cellar technology.
- Emphasis on structure, elegance, and longevity.
Key Vineyards
- Heilbronner Stiftsberg
- Heilbronner Wartberg
Warm, south‑facing slopes ideal for red varieties.
Style Signature
- Powerful, structured reds.
- Elegant, balanced whites.
- Known for age‑worthy Lemberger.
History & Legacy
- One of Württemberg’s most historic noble estates, with vineyards around the Ludwigsburg Monrepos Palace.
Winemaking Philosophy
- Focus on Lemberger, Riesling, and Pinot varieties.
- Combination of tradition and modern precision.
- Emphasis on elegance and terroir.
Key Vineyards
- Ludwigsburger Favorite
- Monrepos
Style Signature
- Elegant, refined reds.
- Mineral, structured whites.
History & Legacy
- A highly regarded Remstal estate known for precision and purity.
Winemaking Philosophy
- Focus on Riesling, Silvaner, and Pinot Blanc.
- Low yields, selective harvesting.
- Emphasis on freshness and minerality.
Key Vineyards
- Weinstädter Altenberg
- Strümpfelbacher Nonnenberg
Style Signature
- Crisp, mineral whites.
- Elegant, cool‑climate aromatics.
History & Legacy
- A modern, artisanal winery in the Remstal region, known for expressive, terroir‑driven wines.
Winemaking Philosophy
- Low‑intervention, natural‑leaning approach.
- Focus on Pinot Noir, Riesling, and experimental cuvées.
- Emphasis on soil expression (“Parfum der Erde” = “Perfume of the Earth”).
Key Vineyards
- Steep, mineral‑rich sites around Weinstadt.
Style Signature
- Aromatic, textural wines with finesse.
- Distinctive, artisanal character.
History & Legacy
- A historic castle estate with organic certification and a strong reputation for red wines.
Winemaking Philosophy
- Certified organic.
- Focus on Lemberger, Pinot Noir, and Riesling.
- Gentle cellar work and long maturation.
Key Vineyards
- Beilsteiner Wartberg
- Hohenbeilsteiner Schlosswengert
Style Signature
- Structured, spicy Lemberger.
- Elegant, mineral whites.