Wechsler
Katharina Wechsler’s wines hit that rare sweet spot between elegance and edge. She grew up on her family’s estate in Westhofen (Rheinhessen), left for a media career in Berlin, then came back with a fresh perspective and a deep love for the land. Everything she does reflects intention—organically farmed vineyards on limestone and loess, careful cellar work, and a quiet confidence that doesn’t need to shout. These are wines with soul, clarity, and structure—built from some of the region’s most iconic sites, including Kirchspiel and Morstein, and anchored by her ability to balance texture, acidity, and transparency in every glass.
Wines
Wechsler, Riesling Kirchspiel Feinherb, KRS16
Vintage 2021
Style white
Region Rheinhessen
Varieties Riesling
ABV 11.50%
Soils Predominantly limestone
Farming Organically farmed by Katharina herself. No herbicides, no shortcuts.
Winemaking Native ferment, extended lees contact, aged in stainless steel and neutral barrel. Off-dry with intent, not compromise.
Tasting Note Pure limestone tension with a soft curve. Juicy citrus, yellow stone fruit, and a gentle floral lift. Serious acid structure with just a touch of RS to round the edges.
Wechsler, Riesling Schweißtröpfchen
Vintage 2021
Style white
Region Rheinhessen
Varieties Riesling
ABV 9.50%
Soils Limestone-marl and limestone
Farming Organically farmed, minimal intervention in the vineyard.
Winemaking Pressed whole cluster, long spontaneous fermentation, bottled with minimal sulfur.
Tasting Note Compact and stony with lime zest and white flowers. Built like a blade but with quiet depth underneath.
Wechsler, Riesling, Kalk
Vintage 2021
Style white
Region Rheinhessen
Varieties Riesling
ABV 12.50%
Soils Predominantly limestone
Farming Organically farmed on limestone-heavy soils.
Winemaking Slow, native ferment with extended lees contact.
Tasting Note Bright and focused. Lime, wet rock, a snap of salinity. Total palate cleanser with clarity and grip.
Wechsler, Riesling, Morstein
Vintage 2021
Style white
Region Rheinhessen
Varieties Riesling
ABV 12.50%
Soils Predominantly limestone and clay
Farming Iconic site, farmed clean and without compromise.
Winemaking Low-intervention, extended lees contact, neutral oak aging.
Tasting Note Complex. Smoked citrus, crushed rock, wild herbs. Textural with depth and drive. Serious wine from a serious place.
Wechsler, Riesling, Trocken
Vintage 2021
Style white
Region Rheinhessen
Varieties Riesling
ABV 12.00%
Soils Predominantly limestone
Farming Organically farmed across multiple limestone parcels.
Winemaking Slow native ferment, stainless steel.
Tasting Note Fresh and direct. Citrus pith, tart green apple, and a clean mineral finish. A daily driver with real integrity.
Wechsler, Sexy MF, Pinot Rose
Vintage 2021
Style rose
Region Rheinhessen
Varieties Pinot Noir
ABV 11.50%
Soils Loess-loam and lime marl
Farming Pinot Noir farmed organically on loess-loam and marl.
Winemaking Direct press, native ferment, aged on lees. No makeup, just clarity.
Tasting Note Wild strawberry, sea breeze, citrus rind. Bright, savory, and built for the table.
Wechsler, Riesling Kirchspiel Kabinett
Vintage 2021
Style white
Region Rheinhessen
Varieties Riesling
ABV 8.50%
Soils Predominantly limestone and clay
Farming From steep limestone slopes, all farmed organically and by hand.
Winemaking Gentle press, slow native ferment, stainless steel aging to keep it electric.
Tasting Note Racy and nimble. Green apple, lime, salty minerals. Bone structure with a core of vibrant energy—classic Kabinett precision.
Wechsler, Riesling, Benn
Vintage 2020
Style white
Region Rheinhessen
Varieties Riesling
ABV 12.50%
Soils Predominantly limestone
Farming From an old-vine parcel on limestone. Thoughtful organic work in the vines.
Winemaking A mix of stainless and neutral oak. Spontaneous ferment and long aging on lees.
Tasting Note Serious and layered. Meyer lemon, chamomile, flint. The kind of dry Riesling that’s both cerebral and grounded.
Wechsler, Riesling, Kirchspiel
Vintage 2021
Style white
Region Rheinhessen
Varieties Riesling
ABV 12.50%
Soils Predominantly limestone and clay
Farming Sourced from a Grand Cru site, all organically farmed by hand.
Winemaking Natural ferment, élevage in stainless and old oak. Bottled unfiltered.
Tasting Note Deeply structured. Apricot skin, crushed herbs, salt. Long, linear, built to evolve.
Wechsler, Riesling, Morstein Spätlese
Vintage 2021
Style white
Region Rheinhessen
Varieties Riesling
ABV 9.50%
Soils Predominantly limestone and loess
Farming From Morstein’s limestone and loess—organically managed.
Winemaking Long, cool ferment with time in stainless.
Tasting Note Lush but lifted. Candied lime, ripe peach, ginger. RS in perfect balance with acid and minerality.
Wechsler, Scheurebe, Trocken
Vintage 2022
Style white
Region Rheinhessen
Varieties Scheurebe
ABV 12.50%
Soils Predominantly limestone
Farming Low yields, high care—organically farmed.
Winemaking Whole cluster press, slow ferment, aged in steel.
Tasting Note Aromatic and sharp. Grapefruit, gooseberry, spring herbs. Dry, punchy, and totally alive.
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