The Palatinate wine-growing region in south-west Germany offers a wide variety of grape varieties and wine styles, particularly fruity, full-bodied wines such as Riesling, Pinot Blanc, Pinot Gris and Pinot Noir.
The region benefits from a mild climate and diverse soils, which contributes to a wide variety of wine styles.
The winemaking tradition dates back to Roman times, with the Palatinate focussing on quality and terroir in recent decades. Palatinate wines are known for their fruitiness, body and elegance, especially the Rieslings, which are offered in various styles and appeal to both connoisseurs and beginners.
The von Othegraven winery in Kanzem on the Saar has been in existence since the 16th century. It is one of the founding members of the Association of German Prädikat Wine Estates (VDP) and has some of the best sites in the region. in 2010, Günther Jauch and his wife Thea took over the winery. It has been in the family since 1805 and is now run by the fifth generation.
