In 1992, building on 500 years of wine growing tradition, Gert Joachim Aldinger takes the helm. Dubbed the ‘King of the Kappelberg,’ Gert Joachim Aldinger’s decision to plant international grape varieties and radically reduce yield broke new ground in the region. 15 years later, the estate is among Württemberg’s finest. And like the prized vines on the Fellbach slopes, Gert Aldinger’s sons Hansjörg and Matthias are aging nicely into the second generation. This seamless transition is a tremendous point of pride for both the family and the estate

Working together with nature is the only way to achieve world-class quality. They listen carefully to the needs of their soil, vines and skies. Each vineyard and each vintage must be accepted on its own unique merits. Each variety contains a unique set of characteristics and conditions. From terroir to table, their focus is always on finding the optimal, individual setting to let each and every one of their grapes shine.

The vineyard sites define the terroir — in essence, the cradle for each vine. Each individual soil and microclimate produces individually nuanced wines. The differences between the sites is most clearly felt in Riesling, Spätburgunder (Pinot Noirs) and Lemberger.