Location and classification
The Taubenberg, also known as the Eltviller Taubenberg, is a vineyard site in Eltville am Rhein in the wine-growing region Rheingau. In the Hessian wine-growing directory, it is listed as an officially designated site. The VDP classifies it as VDP.ERSTE LAGE with a classified area of 52 hectares.
Topography and soils
The site, which faces south to south-west, lies at 140 metres above sea level and has a slope gradient of 30 per cent. The soils range from shallow to deep slate soils to alluvial soils with loess clay admixtures. For the classified area, a loess clay soil is given.
Grape varieties and wine style
In the Hessian Rheingau wine-growing directory, Riesling is listed for the Taubenberg. The VDP classification names Riesling and Spätburgunder (Pinot noir) as classified grape varieties. The site is associated with aromatic wines, firm or crisp acidity, and good ripening potential.
Name and historical cultivation
The name Taubenberg is explained by reference to pigeons, which were previously regarded as a symbol of fertility and were linked to the perceived fertility of the site. A farming publication from 1903 documents the removal of grape berries affected by the worm for the vineyard.
