„For us, membership in FAIR'N GREEN is the logical continuation of our earlier actions - here all wine-related activities are reviewed. Not only is the status quo recorded, but really a continuous improvement process initiated and accompanied! Also, a network of like-minded colleagues is created to exchange experiences. Since 2011 we manage our vineyards organically. Now we go one step further. If a winery is 583 years old, sustainability is just a lot, much more than just a phrase! We like to take on responsibility and commit ourselves today so that it can lead to a good future.”

- Martin Steinmann

The documents that testify to the winemaking tradition of the Steinmann family in Sommerhausen extend back to the year 1537. 579 grape harvests later, the young team continues the 25-hectare vineyard in its 15th generation, bringing life and innovation to the old walls of the 1435-built castle. The winery is the opposite of stagnation, encrusted worldview, and misunderstood tradition, as can be inferred from the modern selection Steinmann and the innovative "Franconian Frechen" wines.
In addition to remarkable white and red wines, sparkling wines are being developed in the generous champagne cellar according to the champagne method. Under constant climatic conditions, they experience a multi-year yeast store here and thereby unfold their fine, multi-layered aroma and their elegant and intensely integrated perlage.
On the slopes and steep slopes around Sommerhausen grow on limestone soils excellent wines with high extract content and individual character. The focus is on the classic grape varieties Silvaner, Riesling and the Burgundy family. Particular attention is paid to the care of dry, aromatic wines from the grape varieties Muskatsilvaner, Muskateller, Gewürztraminer and Scheurebe.

 

Weingut Schloss Sommerhausen

Location of the winery Schloss Sommerhausen