Location and Classification
The Klostergarten is a single vineyard site in the municipality and cadastral district of Sankt Johann. It lies in the Bingen sub-region and belongs to the Großlage Abtey in Rheinhessen. In the vineyard sites directory, the site is listed under number 710116.
Area and Topography
The official vineyard profile records an area of 55 hectares for the Klostergarten. The vineyard sites directory lists 55.5 hectares of planted vineyard area for the site. The vineyards are located at around 160 to 260 metres above sea level and are oriented to the north-west.
Soil and Wine Style
The soil is described as marl, or respectively pararendzina, and consists of lime-rich loams and sands from deposits of the Tertiary sea. The deep, calcareous clay profile is nutrient-rich and strongly calcareous, but it shows limited water permeability and aeration, as well as difficult conditions for root penetration. The terroir is associated with dense, full-bodied and expressive wines with balanced acidity. For white wines, juicy exotic fruit aromas are described; for red wines, dark fruit and smoky spice.
Name
The name Klostergarten is traced back to the ownership of the monastery of Nivelles.
