The Winery Leitz of Rheingau
The Winery Leitz is one of the world's great estates. It offers 93 wines for sale in of Rheingau to come and discover on site or to buy online.
The Leitz Estate is a winemaking estate located in the renowned wine region of Rheingau, Germany. This estate is globally recognized and has been managed by the Leitz family since its inception in 1744, who have devoted much time and effort to establishing a reputable name in the wine industry. Situated on spectacular terraced valleys overlooking the Rhine, the vineyard estate spans over 40 hectares. It is characterized by a remarkable landscape of rare beauty, punctuated by various tree species and gentle hills covered in a silky blanket of vineyards, preserved in their natural state to maintain the authenticity of the terroir. Leitz Estate is famous for its significant production of high-quality Riesling. The climate of the Rheingau, alternating hot summers and mild winters, combined with the unique soil of the region, largely comprised of slate and quartzite, creates ideal conditions for cultivating noble grape varieties such as Riesling. The estate also produces Pinot Noir and various dry white wines. Johannes Leitz is currently at the helm of the estate. His commitment has enabled Leitz Estate to gain impressive international fame. He is recognized for his innovative and progressive approach to winemaking, always respecting tradition and terroir. He is particularly famous for having revitalized the Rüdesheimer Berg vineyards, which were previously largely neglected. Leitz Estate follows sustainable winemaking practices, respecting the environment and the integrity of the terroir.
