The wine region of Bechtheim is located in the region of Rheinhessen of Germany. Wineries and vineyards like the Domaine Weinreich or the Domaine Weinreich produce mainly wines white. The most planted grape varieties in the region of Bechtheim are Riesling et Gewurztraminer, they are then used in wines in blends or as a single variety. On the nose of Bechtheim often reveals types of flavors of earth, tree fruit or spices and sometimes also flavors of citrus fruit, non oak or oak.
In the mouth of Bechtheim is a with a nice freshness. We currently count 2 estates and châteaux in the of Bechtheim, producing 3 different wines in conventional, organic and biodynamic agriculture. The wines of Bechtheim go well with generally quite well with dishes of pork, shellfish or spicy food.
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