Oh Mosella, please keep pouring your wine...
(translated from old German drinking song)
The Germans who grew up in the awe inspiring Mosel valley take much pride in cultivating the vineyards on slate formations formed 400 million years ago, with slopes up to 1300 feet high and inclines of up to 60 degrees. The bends of the Mosel river are home to Europe's steepest vineyards, where Riesling has grown for more than two millennia. The slate soil and the steep slopes create ideal conditions for the Queen of all grape vines; the incline guarantees a perfect angle for the sunrays while temperature and precipitation are ideally balanced year-round.
(translated from old German drinking song)
The Germans who grew up in the awe inspiring Mosel valley take much pride in cultivating the vineyards on slate formations formed 400 million years ago, with slopes up to 1300 feet high and inclines of up to 60 degrees. The bends of the Mosel river are home to Europe's steepest vineyards, where Riesling has grown for more than two millennia. The slate soil and the steep slopes create ideal conditions for the Queen of all grape vines; the incline guarantees a perfect angle for the sunrays while temperature and precipitation are ideally balanced year-round.
Please follow us for a tour up the Middle Mosel and the historic wine-towns nestled within its bends. As you read through the "Estates" page, the adjacent narratives provide additional information on each vineyard and its history. We are happy to provide more in-depth information and current news on each winery. We have selected each with care and maintain close contact throughout the year with our partner vintners.
