Location and classification
The Schützenhütte is a single vineyard site in the Oppenheimer cadastral area. It belongs to the Großlage Güldenmorgen and to the Nierstein area in Rheinhessen. In the official vineyard register, it is listed under number 720312.
Topography and soils
The vineyards are located on a gently sloping hillside facing south-west. A historic city wall protects the vines from cold easterly winds and shapes the microclimate. The soil consists of loess and colluvium, with a humus-rich topsoil and good root penetrability.
Wines
At Schützenhütte, Riesling is planted. The documented wines include dry and off-dry Rieslings. The regional site profile describes them as initially lean and straight, with ripe, expressive fruit and a medium-strength overall impression.
History of the name
The name Schützenhütte refers to a shelter built on the ruins of the Sackträgerturm tower. A documented Riesling from the 2012 vintage was produced as a dry Qualitätswein and ripened in large wooden casks.
