Winery Stepp

Gerd Stepp, from a winemaking family in Bad Dürkheim, worked as a "flying winemaker" in various regions before returning to Pfalz and establishing his own winemaking operation on the site of the family vineyards. Online sources indicate that the project/winery was started around the late 2000s, but the dates reported vary between publications; today Stepp operates as a local producer and also offers consultancy services under the WeinWerk brand.

Strong focus on the relationship between variety, soil and climate: the stated aim is to produce wines that reflect the Palatinate terroir. The style tends to favour body and structure rather than an emphasis on pure fruity freshness; many bottlings are vinified with care and follow quality-oriented practices.

Production is located in the Pfalz region, with family vineyards in Bad Dürkheim and Wachenheim. Sources cite soils including limestone and Buntsandstein, with exposures and vineyards often on steep terraces. Some of the grapes also come from selected parcels in the surrounding area.

Presence in Falstaff rankings and tasting notes with scores reported up to ~93 points; good user ratings on Vivino and mentions in industry publications.