Location and Geography
Posten is a vineyard site in Bacharach in the wine-growing region Mittelrhein. The site is located 200 to 500 metres from the Rhine, is consistently steep and oriented to the south to south-east. It lies at 80 to 150 metres above sea level, with a slope gradient of 60 to 70 percent.
Soil and Grape Varieties
The vineyard soil consists of Devonian slate. The classified vineyard area comprises 4.62 hectares. The classified grape varieties recorded are Riesling and Spätburgunder.
Wine Style and Classification
With the Bacharacher Posten site, a semi-dry Riesling Spätlese is associated. Posten is classified as VDP.GROSSE LAGE®.
Historical Name
The name “zu posten” has been documented for the site since 1408. The name is explained on site either with a projecting formation or with a watch post.
