The winery
Prinz von Hessen
Winery based in Johannisberg (Geisenheim) in the Rheingau, a member of the VDP, best known for its Riesling production and for an assortment that also includes wine distillates (Weinbrand).
- Rheingau · Germany
- Since 1957
- 4 products
The story
The Johannisberg estate became the property of the Hesse family following a purchase made on behalf of the Hessische Hausstiftung in 1957. Since then the estate has been managed under the oversight of the Landgraf von Hessen family and operated by professionals appointed by the estate. Over the years it has become a benchmark in the Rheingau for quality wines, with ongoing investment in its vineyards and winemaking.
Production philosophy
An approach focused on respect for the soil and minimal intervention: "as much as necessary, as little as possible." Attention is placed on careful vineyard management and on highlighting Riesling as the central variety, with winemaking aimed at expressing the character of each vineyard.
Terroir and vineyards
Located in Johannisberg in the Rheingau, the estate cultivates vineyards in classic sites of the region, including Johannisberger Klaus, Winkeler Hasensprung, Winkeler Jesuitengarten, Doosberg and others. The soils include deep loess, partly stony loess-loam and the gravelly and quartzitic deposits typical of the area.
Awards and recognition
Recognitions and ratings reported for various wines and for the Weinbrand XO; references to mentions and awards in specialist publications and wine competitions for individual wines.
Characteristics
- Grape varieties
- Riesling
- Weissburgunder (Pinot Blanc)
- Merlot
- Spätburgunder (Pinot Noir)
- Scheurebe
- Hectares
- 36.2
What makes it distinctive
- Member of the VDP.
- Recognized as one of the leading producers of Riesling in the Rheingau.
- Vineyards in prestigious Lagen such as Johannisberger Klaus, Winkeler Hasensprung and Jesuitengarten.
- Also produces Weinbrand, well regarded by specialists.