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Nierstein
Our Story
Louis Guntrum, established in 1648, is currently owned and operated by Louis Konstantin Guntrum, the 11th generation of the Guntrum family. The winery, located in Nierstein, was re-founded in 1909 by Louis Guntrum after the family returned from Bensheim post-French Revolution. During WWII, General Patton occupied the estate in February 1945.
Konstantin Guntrum, who grew up in Nierstein and Oppenheim, took over the family estate in 2003. He strives for excellence and terroir expression in his wines, focusing on organic grape growing without certification. Known for their Rieslings, Louis Guntrum wines express the unique terroirs of Nierstein and Oppenheim.
Konstantin lives in Oppenheim with his wife Stephanie and their three sons. He has been the President of the Nierstein Winegrowers Association since 2009 and is a member of the Rheinhessen Wine Guild and the Confrérie St. Etienne d’Alsace. Louis Guntrum has been represented by Broadbent Selections Inc. since 1996.
Wines
Dry Riesling
Louis Guntrum
Rheinhessen
Riesling from the two classic sub-regions of the Rheinhessen – Nierstein, specifically Roter Hang, and Oppenheim. Soils are a combination of red sandstone (Roter Hang) and chalky-loam soils of Oppenheim. All stainless steel. White peaches, pears, balance. Average alcohol: 13%.
Nierstein Rehbach Riesling Spätlese
Louis Guntrum
Rheinhessen
Renowned Riesling master Louis Guntrum crafts the Spätlese Nierstein Rehbach, a medium-sweet wine that exemplifies elegance and balance. From one of Nierstein's top vineyards, it features floral and tropical aromas, including lime, orange blossom, and tangerine. The palate is rich with flavors of lychee, melon, and pineapple, accented by hints of honey, dried apricot, and sultana. A bright acidity ties everything together, making this wine both refreshing and satisfying. Pair it with a red Thai prawn curry for a delightful contrast of sweet and spice.
Niersteiner Bergkirche Riesling Kabinett
Louis Guntrum
Rheinhessen
The Bergkirche vineyard is known for its well draining clay soils. All stainless steel. Citrus, smoke, acidity. Average alcohol: 11%.
Niersteiner Hipping Grosses Gewachs Riesling Trocken
Louis Guntrum
Rheinhessen
The Guntrum family estate dates back to 1648. And this exact wine was served at the coronation of Queen Elizabeth II in 1953. The flagship of this prestigious estate. All stainless steel. Stone fruit, textured, complex. Average alcohol: 13%.
Niersteiner Riesling Trocken
Louis Guntrum
Rheinhessen
Planted in the Roter Hang near the Rhine river. All stainless steel and kept on the fine lees until bottling. Citrus, peach, stones. Average alcohol: 12.5%
Oppenheim Sacktrager Riesling Spätlese Trocken
Louis Guntrum
Rheinhessen
From the Sackträger vineyard, which has been recognized as one of the best vineyards in Germany for more than 100 years. Sackträger translates to “porter,” or “carrier,” and was named after the medieval guild of porters. Hand-harvested, gentle pressing, fermented with cultured yeast in stainless steel then aged on the lees up until bottling. Bold mineral backbone, apricot and grapefruit, balanced by assertive acidity.
Riesling Blue Bottle
Louis Guntrum
Rheinhessen
15 to 20 year old vines in the hills of the Rheinhessen. Clay and loam soils. All stainless steel. Average alcohol: 9.5%.
