Old Riesling vines
A characterful Riesling from old vines from the von Othegraven winery
What does "Old Vines Riesling" mean?
The term "Alte Reben Riesling" refers to Riesling wines made from particularly old vines. These vines produce lower yields as they age, but in return, they deliver grapes with greater concentration, depth, and complexity.
Old vines are considered particularly valuable because they are deeply rooted in the soil and reflect the terroir of their origin with particular precision.
Why are old vines so special?
The behavior of the grapevines changes significantly as they age:
- Deep root system that accesses water and nutrients from deeper soil layers.
- Naturally reduced yields , leading to more concentrated grapes.
- More expressive wines with structure, length and aging potential
An old vine Riesling therefore stands less for fruitiness, but for complexity, minerality and origin.
Old vines Riesling from the Mosel growing region
The Moselle wine region – particularly along the Saar – boasts numerous historic vineyards with very old vines. The combination of these old vines, slate soils, and a cool climate produces Rieslings of exceptional vibrancy and elegance.
Old vine Riesling from the Moselle is characterized by:
- fine, ripe fruit
- precise acid
- pronounced mineral depth
- great maturation potential
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Old Vines Riesling from the von Othegraven winery
The von Othegraven winery cultivates select parcels of land on the Saar River with old Riesling vines deeply rooted in the slate soil. These vines form the basis for characterful Old Vine Rieslings with a clear sense of origin.
Through careful hand-harvesting, gentle processing and careful maturation, wines are created that authentically reflect the characteristics of old vines – precise, elegant and long-lasting.
As a member of the Association of German Prädikat Wine Estates (VDP), the von Othegraven winery stands for the highest quality standards and a consistent focus on origin.
Frequently asked questions about Old Vines Riesling
Generally, grapevines are considered old after about 30 years. This limit can vary depending on the region and yield level.
A Riesling from old vines is usually more complex and structured than wines from younger vines. It shows less primary fruit, but more depth, minerality and length.
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