Wines made from Johanniter grapes of Hessische Bergstrasse
Discover the best wines made with Johanniter as a single variety or as a blend of Hessische Bergstrasse.
Aromatic, structured whites with a full palate and firm acidity, showing aromas of yellow fruits (peach, apricot), citrus, white flowers, honey and mineral notes reminiscent of Riesling. Refreshing. Mildew- and powdery-mildew-resistant interspecific variety, a driver of organic viticulture in northern regions: Germany (Baden), Switzerland, Netherlands, Belgium, UK and Denmark. German hybrid created in 1968 in Freiburg (Riesling × Seyve-Villard).
Smallest wine region of Germany (~462 ha) in Hesse, along the Bergstrasse between Darmstadt and Heppenheim. Riesling flagship white (~50%): taut and mineral with signature notes of white peach, lemon, green apple, white flowers and slate touch, lively and long palate. Supple and floral Müller-Thurgau, round Grauburgunder (apple, hazelnut), fine Weissburgunder. Light Spätburgunder (Pinot Noir) emerging.