This estate of 20 hectares dates back to 1798. The recent history is one of grandfather, father and daughter. Steffen (father) is now joined by Sophie, his daughter, post her studies at Geisenheim and experience working in wineries around the world. The vineyards are worked in harmony with nature – no herbicides, insecticides or synthetic fungicides. The estate has been certified biodynamic since 2002 – and the wines are extraordinarily eloquent translations of their particular terroir
"Meerspinne is a Grosse Lage sub-plot of Mandelgarten, dating back to 1456. Even then, this site was known for outstanding yield potential and today it is considered the best plot in Gimmeldingen. The nose combines candied citrus, lime zest and riper apricot with yellow flower perfume and fine crushed-rock mineral notes. On the palate, the sense of mineral tension greets you first, swiftly followed by a briskness of acidity which grips you in a firm embrace and simply refuses to let go. This is a truly great wine. "
Germany produces some of the world’s very finest white wines, presenting natural, grapey richness complemented by racy acidity. A really fine example sets off a roller coaster of emotion akin to a skilfully played piece of music.
