Graacher Himmelreich
General information: Due to its extraordinary soil depth this vineyard site produces wines which are gutsy and mineralic with a well balanced acidity structure.
History: The name of this vineyard site has its origine in a Christian interpretation, or it is derived from the Celtic word "emaill" ( heaven ).
Size: 62,2 ha - Wegeler Estate 2 ha
Soil: Rocky weathered slate
Orientation: Southwest, with a gradient up to 65%
Vines: Riesling, average age 30 - 60 years