JJ Christoffel

For decades, the Joh. Jos. Christoffel Erben winery in Ürzig has stood for “typical Mosel Rieslings at a high level,” according to Gault Millau. The vines, some of which are more than 100 years old, grow on steep slate slopes, and Robert Eymael, who now runs the winery, knows how to make the most of them.
The entire vineyards of the Joh. Jos. Christoffel Erben are located in the best steep slopes of Ürzig (Ürziger Würzgarten) and Erden (Erdener Treppchen). The Riesling vines, most of which are root-firm, are up to 100 years old. The small yields of these plots are of high quality and the basis for the exquisite wines. The work in these sites is very laborious, as they can only be cultivated by hand. The oenologist and winery manager Philippe Conzen ensures today that tradition passed down and the knowledge of modernity are reflected in the wines. Modern Riesling wines from an old terroir!