The winery
Von Othegraven
Weingut Von Othegraven is a winery located in Kanzem, in the Saar Valley (Moselle region), renowned for elegant Rieslings and wines tied to the individual crus of the Saar.
- Mosella (Saar) · Germania
- Since 1805
- 6 products
The story
Historic estate with a documented presence in the Saar region: the estate and manor house are part of Kanzem’s historic landscape. Today the property is linked to the Jauch family, and its modern management combines local tradition with investments to enhance the individual vineyards of the Saar.
Production philosophy
Strong focus on the origin of the wines and hands-on vineyard work: the estate prioritizes preserving the ecological balance of the vineyards, spontaneous fermentations with indigenous yeasts, and minimal intervention in the cellar to reveal the character of each site.
Terroir and vineyards
Located in Kanzem, on the banks of the Saar, with vineyards on steep slopes and slate soils. Among the principal crus mentioned are Kanzemer Altenberg, Ockfener Bockstein and Wiltinger Kupp, typical of the Saar.
Awards and recognition
The winery's website lists recent accolades, and the estate is cited in publications specializing in the Moselle.
Characteristics
- Grape varieties
- Riesling
What makes it distinctive
- A VDP estate with a strong focus on the Saar's great parcels.
- Production exclusively or predominantly focused on Riesling.
- Locations mentioned: Kanzemer Altenberg, Ockfener Bockstein, Wiltinger Kupp.
- Management and ownership associated with Günther Jauch and an operational team with publicly identified winemakers.
- Use of spontaneous fermentations and a low‑intervention approach in the winery.