The Von Winning winery was founded in 1849 and is named after Captain Leopold Von Winning. Since then, unique wines have been produced in these cellars. The winery is located in Palatinate, a region nestled between the Rhine, the Haardt Mountains, and the Palatinate Forest. The region is bordered by mountains and forests, which protect it from rain and westerly winds. With abundant sunshine, Palatinate is one of Germany's warmest wine regions, resulting in a unique growing process. It's no wonder this wine region earned the nickname "Germany's Burgundy."
Von Winning's vineyards consist of several small vineyards. Each vineyard approaches the Riesling grape differently. The Villa Niederberger vineyard is located in Neustadt, northeast of Deidesheim. It's slightly cooler there. This, combined with the weathered sandstone terroir, creates a unique growing process, resulting in distinct aromas in these Villa Niederberger Riesling grapes. The fermentation in stainless steel is also unique, which enhances the pure power of these grapes.
This Riesling from Von Winning reveals a different side. Because the grapes are grown in a slightly cooler microclimate, they develop more freshness. The terroir even lends them a touch of smoky flavor, and minerals are clearly present in the aroma and flavor. Combined with an open and expressive bouquet of apple, citrus, soft peach, and, for the discerning palate, rhubarb, this results in an unparalleled glass of wine that proudly bears the Von Winning name.
