Location and Classification
Upper Heimbach is an officially registered single vineyard in Meisenheim in the winegrowing region Nahe and in the Nahe valley. The site carries the winegrowing plot code 511314, comprises, according to the 2024 winegrowing sites directory of Rhineland-Palatinate, a planted vineyard area of 3.7 hectares, and is assigned to the Großlage Paradiesgarten.
Topography and Soils
A documented parcel in Upper Heimbach shows a steep slope with 40 to 60 per cent inclination, a south-easterly aspect, and an elevation of about 220 to 250 metres. The soil is described as sandstone weathering soil with a clay content. The site is regarded as warm and sheltered from wind; in addition, soil richer in humus is mentioned.
Grape Varieties and Wine Styles
In Upper Heimbach, Burgunder varieties and Auxerrois are grown. Auxerrois is documented as a traditional grape variety. Wines designated as Upper Heimbach are documented, among other things, as Auxerrois, Spätburgunder and Riesling. An Auxerrois was described as a dry quality wine with low acidity and a ripe fruit character, and a Spätburgunder as a dry quality wine.
Vinification
Depending on the style, the wines mature in stainless-steel tanks or traditional wooden casks. A restrained cellar treatment is mentioned.
