Bodenheimer Westrum

The location was mentioned in documents in 1297 as "westerheym" and in 1600 under the name "in westrum." The location designation retains the memory of the old farmstead of Westernheim.

facts and figures

Vineyard: 22 hectare Community: Sea level: 100-135 m Exposure: predominantly East
Region:
Nierstein

soil types

Loess / Pararendzina

Loess Pararedzina

Wind deposition of calcareous dust in the ice ages

fertile, deep, light loam soil, clayey silt, very good storage capacity for plant-available soil water, adequate aeration, nutrient-rich, calcareous, moderate warmability, good rootability, high growth potential

Yellow-fruity aromas, apple, peach, pear, citrus, delicately fruity, slim, refreshing, gentle acidity, medium-strong structure, juicy elegant, drinkable early, tasty charm, uncomplicated complexity, fruity, cheerful expression

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