The location was mentioned in the 12th century with the name "im Osterberg" and 1436 with the name "in the Osterberg". To Middle High German means "Easter" located in the east.
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- Region:
- Nierstein
Lime-rich loams and sands; Tertiary sea deposits
Deep, calcareous clay soil with a high proportion of swellable clay, lower storage capacity for soil water available to plants, limited water permeability and ventilation, nutrient-rich, very calcareous, moderate warmability, difficult to root through
Dense, powerful, full-bodied, expressive, balanced acidity, sustainability and intensity through fruit, melting and opulence. Juicy, exotic aromas in white wines, mango, honeydew melon, apricot. Dark fruit aromas, smoky spiciness in red wines
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