Rheingau · Sub-regions
Geisenheim/Oestrich-Winkel
Between Geisenheim and Oestrich-Winkel lies the academic heart of the Rheingau: Hochschule Geisenheim University, world-leading in viticulture and oenology. Schloss Johannisberg is right here — birthplace of the Spätlese style.
Grape Varieties
Riesling, Spätburgunder
Spätburgunder Weißherbst
Most Famous Site
Schloss Johannisberger Riesling, Winkel Hasensprung
Vineyard Area
1.500 ha
Harvest
October
TERROIR PROFILE · Rheingau
Geisenheim/Oestrich-Winkel Educational hub on loamy limestone
Geisenheim — viticulture university and home of Schloss Johannisberg, Schloss Vollrads, Wegeler.
SOILS
Loambody-rich, velvety
Loamy soils give wines volume and a soft, velvety mouthfeel.
Limestoneprecise, mineral
Limestone delivers tension, structure and a cooler, more mineral character.
Loessround, fruity, full
Loess stores water and nutrients. Wines tend to be rounder, juicier and fuller.
Marlbalanced, structured
Marl is a mix of limestone and clay — yields structured, balanced wines with acidity backbone.
CLIMATE · Warm · Dry · Sunny
Mild, sunny, good ripening conditions.
TOPOGRAPHY · moderate
Gentle slopes, classic Rheingau topography.
WHAT IT MEANS IN THE GLASS
Typical Flavours of the Region
Region aroma cloud
Rheingau overview
This sub-region is part of Rheingau. The map shows all 4 sub-regions — Geisenheim/Oestrich-Winkel is highlighted.
Overview
Typical Varieties
Terroir & Climate
Wine Character
The area around Geisenheim and Oestrich-Winkel is the educational and innovation centre of the Rheingau. Hochschule Geisenheim University, founded in 1872, is one of the world's most renowned viticulture universities and continues to shape German wine culture today. Schloss Johannisberg – built in 1720 by the Prince Bishop of Fulda – is the world's oldest Riesling domain and birthplace of the Spätlese style (in 1775 the first Spätlese wine was accidentally harvested here). Weingut Peter Jakob Kühn, Schloss Vollrads and Wegeler are further top estates.
Soil Type
Loess, limestone, deep weathered loam; gentle slope with good Rhine influence
Climate
Mild Rhine terrace position; Taunus protection; very good ripening quality for Riesling
Top profiles
32 detailed profiles — all filterable in the list below
Weingut Peter Jakob Kühn
Rheingau · Geisenheim/Oestrich-Winkel · Oestrich-Winkel
Riesling, Spätburgunder, Weißburgunder
Schloss Vollrads
Rheingau · Geisenheim/Oestrich-Winkel · Oestrich-Winkel
Riesling
Schloss Johannisberg
Rheingau · Geisenheim/Oestrich-Winkel · Geisenheim-Johannisberg
Riesling
Weingut Geheimrat J. Wegeler
Rheingau · Geisenheim/Oestrich-Winkel · Oestrich-Winkel
Riesling, Spätburgunder, Weißburgunder
Weingut Johannishof (Eser)
Rheingau · Geisenheim/Oestrich-Winkel · Geisenheim-Johannisberg
Riesling
Weingut Prinz
Rheingau · Geisenheim/Oestrich-Winkel · Oestrich-Winkel-Hallgarten
Riesling
All Wineries
50 resultsWeingut Peter Jakob Kühn
Rheingau · Geisenheim/Oestrich-Winkel · Oestrich-Winkel
Riesling, Spätburgunder, Weißburgunder
Schloss Johannisberg
Rheingau · Geisenheim/Oestrich-Winkel · Geisenheim-Johannisberg
Riesling
Schloss Vollrads
Rheingau · Geisenheim/Oestrich-Winkel · Oestrich-Winkel
Riesling
Weingut Geheimrat J. Wegeler
Rheingau · Geisenheim/Oestrich-Winkel · Oestrich-Winkel
Riesling, Spätburgunder, Weißburgunder
Weingut Johannishof (Eser)
Rheingau · Geisenheim/Oestrich-Winkel · Geisenheim-Johannisberg
Riesling
Weingut Prinz
Rheingau · Geisenheim/Oestrich-Winkel · Oestrich-Winkel-Hallgarten
Riesling
Weingut Prinz von Hessen
Rheingau · Geisenheim/Oestrich-Winkel · Geisenheim-Johannisberg
Riesling, Spätburgunder
Weingut August Eser
Rheingau · Geisenheim/Oestrich-Winkel · Oestrich
Riesling, Spätburgunder
Weingut Josef Spreitzer
Rheingau · Geisenheim/Oestrich-Winkel · Oestrich-Winkel
Riesling, Spätburgunder
Weingut Kaufmann
Rheingau · Geisenheim/Oestrich-Winkel · Hattenheim
Riesling, Pinot Noir, Chardonnay
Weingut Lorzenz H. Kunz
Rheingau · Geisenheim/Oestrich-Winkel · Oestrich-Winkel
Riesling, Spätburgunder, Chardonnay
Weingut Hamm
Rheingau · Geisenheim/Oestrich-Winkel · Winkel
Riesling, Spätburgunder
Gutsausschank Weingut Allendorf
Rheingau · Geisenheim/Oestrich-Winkel · Oestrich-Winkel
Riesling, Spätburgunder, Pinot Noir
Weingut Dr. Corvers-Kauter
Rheingau · Geisenheim/Oestrich-Winkel · Mittelheim
Riesling, Spätburgunder, Pinot Noir
Gutsausschank Kaspar Herke
Rheingau · Geisenheim/Oestrich-Winkel · Oestrich
Riesling, Spätburgunder, Chardonnay
Weingut Egert
Rheingau · Geisenheim/Oestrich-Winkel · Eltville am Rhein
Riesling
Weingut Hirschmann
Rheingau · Geisenheim/Oestrich-Winkel · Oestrich-Winkel
Riesling, Spätburgunder, Pinot Noir
Weingut Ferdinand Abel
Rheingau · Geisenheim/Oestrich-Winkel · Oestrich
Riesling, Spätburgunder, Weißburgunder
Events in Rheingau
All events in Rheingau →25 Feb – Sun, 14 March 2027
Rheingau Gourmet & Wein Festival
Wine dinner · Eltville am Rhein
24 Apr – Sun, 9 May 2027
Rheingauer Schlemmerwochen
Winery event · Rheingau
25 Apr – Mon, 26 April 2027
VDP.Weinbörse Mainz
Tasting · Mainz
13 Aug – Sun, 22 August 2027
Rheingauer Weinwoche Wiesbaden
Wine festival · Wiesbaden
13 Aug – Mon, 16 August 2027
Rüdesheimer Weinfest
Wine festival · Rüdesheim am Rhein
30 Aug – Tue, 31 August 2027
Vorpremiere der Großen Gewächse
Vintage presentation · Wiesbaden
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the history of the Spätlese style?
The first Spätlese wine was created at Schloss Johannisberg in 1775 by chance: a delayed harvest start meant grapes were harvested over-ripe and botrytised — the result was an exceptionally sweet, aromatic wine that made history.
Which grape varieties define Geisenheim/Oestrich-Winkel?
The key grape varieties in Geisenheim/Oestrich-Winkel are Riesling, Spätburgunder and Spätburgunder Weißherbst. The best-known vineyard is Schloss Johannisberger Riesling, Winkel Hasensprung.
What does the terroir of Geisenheim/Oestrich-Winkel taste like?
Soils: Loess, limestone, deep weathered loam; gentle slope with good Rhine influence. Climate: Mild Rhine terrace position; Taunus protection; very good ripening quality for Riesling. Together they shape structure, acidity and aromatics – see the terroir profile above.
How many wineries are there in Geisenheim/Oestrich-Winkel?
Cellarmap lists 50 wineries in Geisenheim/Oestrich-Winkel across roughly 1,500 hectares of vines. Every profile shows location, contact, grape varieties and, where available, vineyards, classification and visitor information.
Which is the most famous vineyard in Geisenheim/Oestrich-Winkel?
Schloss Johannisberger Riesling, Winkel Hasensprung is regarded as the most famous vineyard of Geisenheim/Oestrich-Winkel. The vineyard overview on this page shows which estates farm it.
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