Weingut Wachtstetter
ヴァイングート・ヴァハトシュテッター
Master of Lemberger from VDP Grosse Lage vineyards.
About Weingut Wachtstetter
Weingut Wachtstetter is a family-run estate in Pfaffenhofen (Michelbacher Straße 8), in the Württemberg wine region, led by Rainer Wachtstetter. Admitted to the VDP.Württemberg regional association in 2009, the estate farms roughly 19-20 hectares on the steep gypsum-keuper and sandstone slopes of the Heuchelberg, an area nicknamed the 'Swabian Tuscany'. It is best known as a leading producer of Lemberger, which accounts for around a third of its plantings, alongside Riesling, Trollinger, Spätburgunder, Weissburgunder and Chardonnay. The estate's VDP.Grosse Lage vineyards include Spitzenberg, Geißberg and Mühlberg, and its wines have been recognized by guides such as Eichelmann and Gault&Millau. The property also runs the traditional inn 'Adler' amid its vineyards.
Who Is This For?
Ideal for fans of terroir-driven Lemberger and anyone exploring serious German red wines.
Wines of Weingut Wachtstetter
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Weingut Wachtstetter best known for?
- The estate is celebrated as one of Germany's leading producers of Lemberger, grown on the steep gypsum-keuper and sandstone slopes of the Heuchelberg near Pfaffenhofen.
- Is Weingut Wachtstetter a VDP member?
- Yes. The estate joined the VDP.Württemberg regional association in 2009 and farms VDP.Grosse Lage vineyards including Spitzenberg, Geißberg and Mühlberg.
- Where is the winery located?
- The estate is based at Michelbacher Straße 8 in Pfaffenhofen, Württemberg, and is run by Rainer Wachtstetter.
- What other grape varieties does the estate grow?
- Alongside Lemberger, the estate cultivates Riesling, Trollinger, Spätburgunder, Weissburgunder and Chardonnay across roughly 19-20 hectares.
- Has the winery received critical acclaim?
- Yes. Wachtstetter has earned strong ratings from guides such as Eichelmann and Gault&Millau, including recognition for its red wine portfolio.