Birkweiler Kastanienbusch Köppel is the small, prized upper section of the south-facing 76ha (acre) Birkweiler Kastanienbusch site in Birkweiler in the southern part of the Rhineland-Palatinate or Pfalz region in western Germany. It holds the highest Grosses Gewächs or Grand Cru classification from the VDP. It is ‘the only Pfalz site with stony, reddish [slate] soil which retains warmth and gives subtly aromatic Rieslings, with a silky acidity,’ (Hugh Johnson: Wine Companion, 2003 p.256-262). Even then, only a sliver of the Köppel has the weathered red slate soils on which Riesling thrives (Joel Payne: 12/2006). The site affords breathtaking views down the Siebelding valley.

Wineries

Certified Biodynamic: Weingut Dr Wehrheim.