Weinhaus Wasenweiler Winzer

The Wasenweiler Winzer Wine House is a renowned wine cooperative from Wasenweiler at Kaiserstuhl in Baden. Founded in 1935 by a handful of visionary winemakers, the cooperative has developed over the decades into a significant producer of high-quality wines. With a clear focus on quality, sustainability, and respect for nature, around 50 winemaker families today cultivate the vineyards in the prime locations of Kreuzhalde and Lotberg. The wines of the wine house are characterized by their varietal clarity and unmistakable style.

Tradition and Innovation: The History of the Wasenweiler Winzer Wine House

The founding of the Wasenweiler Winzer cooperative in 1935 marked the beginning of a success story. Initially, wines were produced in the village's granary and in the vaulted cellar of the old schoolhouse. The construction of a dedicated winemaker cellar on the slopes of the vineyards established a solid foundation for the future. In 2002, the modern vinotheque was opened, which today is considered one of the most beautiful and modern wine buildings at Kaiserstuhl.

The People Behind the Wasenweiler Winzer Wine House

The Wasenweiler Winzer Wine House is a community of about 50 winemaker families who grow their grapes on the Wasenweiler vineyards. This community is based on a long tradition and a deep connection to the place Wasenweiler and their own family history.

Philosophy: Quality, Sustainability, and Respect for Nature

The wine cooperative places great emphasis on a sustainable and ecological form of management. As a member of Ecovin, the wine house focuses on environmentally friendly methods in viticulture to ensure the exceptional and honest quality of its wines.

Geographical Location and Growing Region: The Kaiserstuhl in Baden

The Wasenweiler Winzer Wine House is located in Wasenweiler in Baden at Kaiserstuhl, one of the warmest and sunniest regions in Germany. The soils are characterized by deep loess with high water retention capacity and high lime content, creating ideal conditions for viticulture. The strong mineralization of the soils produces particularly aromatic wines.

The Vineyard Locations: Kreuzhalde and Lotberg

Kreuzhalde

In the prime location "Kreuzhalde," the vines grow on small terraces, often only stocked with a few rows and cultivated by painstaking handwork. The intense sunlight and high mineral content guarantee particularly expressive Burgundy wines with great aging potential.

Lotberg

The single location "Lotberg" provides a fertile base for rich Burgundy wines with its deep loess soils and high lime content. The high mineralization of the soils is an advantage for the aromatic expression of the wines, particularly for fine-fruity and elegant Pinot Blanc and Scheurebe.

Grape Varieties: Diversity and Quality

The Wasenweiler Winzer Wine House cultivates a variety of grape varieties, with a focus on the typical Burgundy varieties of the region.

• Spätburgunder (Pinot Noir) – 53%
• Grauburgunder (Pinot Gris) – 16%
• Weißburgunder (Pinot Blanc) – 8%
• Müller-Thurgau (Rivaner) – 9%
• Silvaner – 3.5%
• Chardonnay

The Burgundy varieties make up about 75% of the variety spectrum, with Grauburgunder representing the largest share at 35%.

Wine Production: Tradition Meets Modernity

The wine production at the Wasenweiler Winzer Wine House is carried out with great care using both traditional and modern methods. For example, Spätburgunder wines are matured in large oak barrels, small barriques, or traditional casks to produce characterful and concentrated drops.

Style of the Wines: Varietal, Clear, and Unmistakable

The wines of the wine house are characterized by their varietal clarity and unmistakable style. The focus is on everyday drinkable, pure wines that emphasize the typical characteristics of each grape variety.

Special Wines and Lines

The wine house offers a variety of special wines and lines, including:

• Spätburgunder "Old Vines"
• Spätburgunder "Barrique"
• 2017 Wasenweiler Lotberg White Burgundy QW semi-dry
• 2017 Scheurebe Kabinett

Awards and Honors

The Wasenweiler Winzer Wine House has been awarded multiple times for its outstanding wines:

• 1st Place German Sekt Prize 2020 for the 2017 Muscateller Sekt extra dry
• AWC Vienna 2018: Gold Medal for 2017 Lotberg White Burgundy QW semi-dry (90.4 points), 2017 Scheurebe Kabinett (91.8 points); Silver Medal for several other wines
• State Wine Awards of the Baden Winegrowers' Association 2017: 13 x Gold, 6 x Silver
• International Müller-Thurgau Prize: 2016 Rivaner Kabinett semi-dry ranks among the best 30% in the category
• Savoir Vivre: Gold Medal for 2016 White Burgundy QW dry

Conclusion: Wines with Character and Origin

The Wasenweiler Winzer Wine House represents wines with character that reflect the uniqueness of Kaiserstuhl and the passion of the winemaker families. With a combination of traditional craftsmanship, modern technology, and a deep respect for nature, wines are created here that delight both connoisseurs and casual drinkers.