Location and Context
The Mönchsberg is the Dürrenzimmern Mönchsberg in Dürrenzimmern, a district of Brackenheim in the wine-growing region Württemberg.
Topography and Soil
The south-facing vineyard site lies at around 228 to 273 metres above sea level. Its slope gradient is approximately 10 to 40 per cent. The soil is classified as Keuper.
Grape Variety and Wine Style
The classified grape variety of the Dürrenzimmern Mönchsberg is Lemberger. The 14.00-hectare area is classified as VDP.ERSTE LAGE®. Documented wines from the site include dry Lemberger red wine as Qualitätswein trocken.
Historical Reference
The name Mönchsberg is associated with the historical ecclesiastical influence on winegrowing around Dürrenzimmern. Winegrowing in Dürrenzimmern has been documented since 1147.
