Location and Landscape
The Kirchberg lies above Hatzenport in the Mosel-Saar-Ruwer growing region. The south-facing slope, with a gradient of 100 to 150 percent, drops down and is situated at around 85 to 160 metres above sea level. Vineyard walls secure the vineyard plots, which are part of the terraced wine-growing landscape of Hatzenport.
Climate and Soil
For the Kirchberg, hot summers are described. In Hatzenport, the average annual temperature is 10.7 °C with around 1,350 hours of sunshine. The soil consists of reddish, strongly iron-rich slate with a sandy structure; in addition, reddish slate and areas intersected by clay layers are documented.
Variety and Wine Styles
Riesling is documented as a classified grape variety. Wines from the Hatzenporter Kirchberg are produced as dry, gently off-dry and Spätlese.
Name and Classification
The name Kirchberg is derived from the Hatzenport Johannes church, which stands on a terrace above the Mosel and limits the eastern side of the site. The classified vineyard area covers 2.56 hectares. In the official wine sites directory of Rhineland-Palatinate, the Kirchberg is listed under Hatzenport; the VDP identifies it as VDP.GROSSE LAGE®.
