Location and classification
The Altenberg is listed as a single vineyard under the Avelsbach winegrowing area in the winegrowing region Mosel. Avelsbach lies within the city of Trier, in the Aveler valley in Trier-Kürenz.
Topography
The wine site is located on the south slope of the Allenberg. A documented trade description refers to the Avelsbach Altenberg as a steep vineyard site with a slope of around 85 percent.
Grape variety and wines
For wines from the Avelsbach Altenberg, Riesling is documented. These include Riesling Kabinett, delicately off-dry Riesling Kabinett and Riesling Spätlese. As producers associated with the site, the Episcopal wineries Trier are documented.