Alsheimer Frühmesse
Stilisierte Karte von Rheinhessen

Alsheimer Frühmesse

Originally reserved to the priest only, nowadays open to everyone

“Frühmesse” is the German word for the early mass, a holy catholic mass, which the priest read in the early morning, before starting work. The grapes and wines from the single vineyard "Alsheimer Frühmesse" were apparently used to pay such a priest or chaplain. The vineyard was first mentioned in a document in 1721 under the name "zur Frühmeß" (engl. For early mass). Many Rheinhessen grape varieties grow on fertile loess soil. Loess is a very soft material thanks to which there can also be some hollow trails found in the municipality. These are paths cut deep into the landscape, created by erosion and time. Today they are a precious refuge for animals and nature.

Alsheimer Frühmesse
Alsheimer Frühmesse
Alsheimer Frühmesse
Alsheimer Frühmesse
Alsheimer Frühmesse
Alsheimer Frühmesse
Alsheimer Frühmesse
Alsheimer Frühmesse
Alsheimer Frühmesse
Alsheimer Frühmesse

facts and figures

Vineyard: 205 hectare Community: Sea level: 90-165 m Exposure: South to 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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