Location and landscape
Berg Roseneck is a vineyard site in the municipality of Rüdesheim am Rhein in the Rheingau, below the Niederwald. The south-facing slopes lie at about 160 to 200 metres above sea level and have gradient steepness of 15 to 50 percent.
Relief and soils
In the western part, a ravine-like depression runs through the area, with the steepest and rockiest vineyards. The eastern section is flatter and is bounded by a rocky ridge. The soils consist of loess loam and sandy loam with inclusions of slate; in addition, granite outcrops occur and, especially in the west, areas that are extremely stony. The Taunus ridge protects the south-oriented vineyards from wind.
Grape variety and wine style
For the site, which is classified as VDP.GROSSE LAGE®, Riesling is indicated. The wines from Berg Roseneck are described as piquant, with buffered, ripe acidity and ageing potential. The classified area comprises 5.65 hectares.
History of the name and the terraces
The name Roseneck refers to wild rose hedges on the rock outcrops; in the past, the site was known as “Rosenhecke” (rose hedge). The first vineyards are documented around 1200 and were initially laid out in numerous small terraces. Around 1700, paths with retaining walls built on the mountainside replaced the pack paths. Between 1970 and 1985, paved access roads were created, while the terrace structures were preserved.
