VDP: Do you have role models, mentors?
Dodo Baron zu Knyphausen: There are many, because in every phase of life and in every life situation we encounter impressive people and stories that…
VDP: Why did you become a vintner?
Dodo Baron zu Knyphausen: Because it is a creative, enjoyable and varied dream job. Of course, it’s very demanding, but it is fascinating and 100 percent…
VDP: Of which wine are you particularly proud?
Désirée Eser Baroness zu Knyphausen: Of every single one! Despite that, on many occasions the Rieslings that particularly inspire us are from the…
VDP: What is your winery philosophy?
Dodo Baron zu Knyphausen: “We are the key to Rheingau Riesling” and “life is too short to drink bad wine”. VDP: For what wine style do you strive? Do you…
VDP: What is so special about your winery?
Dodo Baron zu Knyphausen: We have been growing wine with heart and hand for 10 generations now. In 2007, I became the first woman in this long family…
VDP: How do you combine tradition and innovation?
Konrad Salwey: Our vineyard sites are our greatest constant; I want to do them justice. I don’t want to change much about the varieties; but I…
