Location and Classification
Steineck refers to the single-vineyard site of Höhnstedter Steineck in the area of the Mansfelder Seen within the wine-growing region of Saale-Unstrut. The entity is assigned to Salzatal. The official register of wine-growing sites lists Höhnstedt and Zappendorf as associated localities.
Area and Geology
As of 31 December 2024, the register for Höhnstedter Steineck records 14.8786 hectares of vineyard area under cultivation. As characteristic geological materials, Bunter sandstone as well as red and multi-coloured clay slate are documented.
Name and Viticulture
The name Höhnstedter Steineck is most likely derived from an earlier quarry east of Höhnstedt. For viticulture in connection with the site, among others Müller-Thurgau, Silvaner, Pinot Gris, Pinot Blanc, Riesling and Portugieser are documented.
Wine Style and Structures
From the site, a dry Traminer Spätlese as a German quality wine (Deutscher Prädikatswein) is documented. As characteristic structures of the area, there are in part wine-cellar-like huts built into the ground.
