The Romans brought viticulture to the Rhine
Burg Reichenstein Winery
Burg Reichenstein Winery
, on the Rhine
Our vineyard is situated around Reichenstein Castle; it dates back to Roman times and was cultivated until the 1960s. In 2020, with the support of our friend and top VDP winemaker Jochen Ratzenberger, new terraces were constructed and 3,400 grapevines were planted across an area of just under one hectare. The vineyard extends along the Rhine into the Morgenbach Valley and offers an ideal terroir for delicate Pinot Blancs and Rieslings characterized by precise minerality. The soil, an alluvial conglomerate of clay with slate and quartzite, retains rainfall very well. An overall cooler climate characterizes the vineyard—and lends the refined wine its own distinct character.
Our Philosophy
From the vine to the glass, the connection to its origins remains palpable. Amid historic walls and sun-drenched steep slopes, wines with character are crafted—shaped by patience, experience, and genuine passion.
The Ratzenberger Winery in Bacharach is our trusted partner, from the vineyard to the bottle.
Our Favorite Wines
We’d like to introduce you to three select wines from our collection that are particularly close to our hearts. Each one exemplifies the diversity and character of the region.
Find out here what makes them our favorites and which occasions or dishes they pair particularly well with.
Wine Tasting on the Middle Rhine
If you’d like to delve deeper into the world of regional wines, you can do so during a guided tasting. Our wine tasting takes place either in the historic vaulted cellar, on the terrace, or right in the vineyard.
3-course wine tasting with a local winemaker, approx. 45 minutes // Price per person: €18
4-course wine tasting featuring a sparkling wine with a local winemaker, approx. 60 minutes //
Price per person: €22
6-course wine tasting featuring a sparkling wine with a local winemaker, approx. 80 minutes // Price per person: €29
Hosted by a winemaker (flat rate)
Flat rate: 300 EUR
Wine Walk
On a guided hike through the surrounding vineyards, you’ll experience the landscape up close. Together with our partner winemakers, you’ll discover the unique features of the steep slopes and learn more about working in the vineyard.
Contact us to arrange a customized package.
- 3-course wine tasting with a local winemaker
- Packed lunch
- Enjoying nature and pleasant conversations with the winemakers
Wine tastings & wine walks available for groups of 10 or more
Reservations required at info@burg-reichenstein.com or +49 (0) 6721 6117
Pinot Blanc
The wine displays a brilliant lemon-yellow color. On the nose, aromas reminiscent of ripe yeast, bananas, earthy quartzite notes, and fresh walnuts come through clearly. There is also a distinct minerality. On the palate, the fruity notes blend with delicate caramel tones, giving the wine a rich creaminess and full-bodied texture.
Bacharach Pinot Noir
This Pinot Noir displays a vibrant cherry-red color. On the nose, it offers lovely aromas of dark wild berries, juicy black cherries, and cassis, along with hints of licorice and dark chocolate. On the palate, a velvety tannic structure enhances these flavors. The minerality lends the wine freshness and extends its long, fruity finish.
Bacharach Riesling
Golden yellow with delicate green highlights. The nose is very fragrant, evoking fresh vineyard peaches, blood orange, and physalis. These aromas are further enhanced by the lovely interplay of sweetness and fruit on the palate, giving the wine a pleasant harmony.
The History of the Winery
The first documented mention of viticulture in the Middle Rhine region.
Expansion into steep slopes
A setback caused by the Thirty Years' War.
Four winegrowing families are granted land on a long-term lease
Riesling is gaining a foothold in the Morgenbach Valley
The Kirsch-Puricelli family has had a significant influence on local viticulture.
11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
It is believed that Reichenstein was founded as a feudal castle by the stewards of the Kornelimünster Abbey near Aachen.
1213
First documented mention of the castle as “castrum Richenstein,” in which Philip III of Bolanden is listed as lord of Reichenstein Castle and the bailiwick of Trechtingshausen.
1282
Conquest and destruction by Rudolph of Habsburg. Reichenstein Castle is placed under a ban on reconstruction.
From 1344
The Counts Palatine of the Rhineland handed over the Reichenstein to the Electorate of Mainz. A new main castle was built, featuring a double curtain wall, an inner courtyard, a rectangular residential tower, and an outer bailey to the north.
11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
It is believed that Reichenstein was founded as a feudal castle by the stewards of the Kornelimünster Abbey near Aachen.
1213
First documented mention of the castle as “castrum Richenstein,” in which Philip III of Bolanden is listed as lord of Reichenstein Castle and the bailiwick of Trechtingshausen.
1282
Conquest and destruction by Rudolph of Habsburg. Reichenstein Castle is placed under a ban on reconstruction.
1282
Conquest and destruction by Rudolph of Habsburg. Reichenstein Castle is placed under a ban on reconstruction.
Historical Viticulture in Pictures
The Kirsch-Puricelli family left their mark on the Middle Rhine not only as industrialists but also as stewards of vast estates. Their holdings around Reichenstein Castle included vineyards, wine presses, and wine cellars. Viticulture was part of a larger whole—integrated with agriculture, crafts, and industry. This allowed it to survive even during economically difficult times and has shaped the cultural landscape to this day.
