Kieselberg

The Kieselberg lies above Deidesheim in the Pfalz. The south-facing, exposed site is situated in the wind shadow of the Haardt and promotes high ripeness of the grapes. The vineyards around Deidesheim are exposed to plenty of sunshine and are protected by the Pfälzerwald in the west against strong overnight cooling.

The Kieselberg extends across a flat, elevated plateau with slope gradients of around 3 to 15 percent. The entire area under vines comprises 15.7 hectares, of which 12 hectares are classified as a VDP site. The soils consist predominantly of weathered red sandstone with sandstones, sandy loam and scree; in addition, sandstone and limestone soils with a pronounced scree cover are described.

The VDP classifies the Kieselberg as a VDP.GROSSE LAGE. The Bavarian soil and viticulture classification of 1828 already listed it among the best sites in the Pfalz. Riesling is specified as the classified grape variety.

The Kieselberg GG Magnum by Von Winning is produced from Riesling and is designated as a dry VDP.GROSSES GEWÄCHS as well as a quality wine from the Pfalz. According to the producer, the wine combines mineral and fruity character traits with yellow peach, grapefruit, herbal spice and fresh acidity. Spontaneous fermentation takes place in 500-litre wooden barrels; afterwards, the wine matures for 1.5 years on the lees.