Location and categorisation
Maien refers to the vineyard Hanweiler Maien in the Hanweiler district of Winnenden. The site belongs to the wine-growing region Württemberg and is classified as VDP.ERSTE LAGE. This VDP classification is the association’s own categorisation and does not have to match the legally defined boundaries of the vineyard.
Topography and soil
The south-facing vineyard lies at around 280 to 330 metres above sea level. The slope gradient is 10 to 45 per cent. The geological subsoil is recorded as Keuper sandstone (Schilfsandstein); due to iron inclusions, the soil is described as slightly reddish. Hanweiler Maien is cooler than the adjacent site Hanweiler Berg.
Area and grape varieties
The classified area covers 4.16 hectares. Chardonnay is recorded as the grape variety for Hanweiler Maien. In addition, the site is described as suitable for Silvaner and Sauvignon blanc.
Wine and maturation
Hanweiler Maien is used to produce a dry Chardonnay documented under the VDP.ERSTE LAGE classification. The wine is fermented entirely in French oak and matures for 14 months in used wood.
