The Jülg winery in Schweigen-Rechtenbach and the Odinstal winery in Wachenheim are now members of the Association of the VDP Estates (Verband Deutscher Prädikatsweingüter). This was decided by the…
VDP: Do you have role models?
Johannes Jülg: My role model has always been my father Werner. Never giving up despite all the criticism and going your own way are just two exemplary things I…
VDP: What style of wine are you aiming for?
Werner Jülg: Our goal is authenticity: salty, precise, elegant wines. Our Burgundies from the limestone show this best.
VDP: Which of…
VDP: What is your winery philosophy?
Andreas Schumann: We cultivate the vineyards biodynamically. In this sense, we strive for an agricultural individuality that works in cycles and delivers…
VDP: What is special about your winery?
Andreas Schumann: The winery and the vineyards are situated in a unique ecological niche high above the rest of the region, surrounded by meagre…
"In order to bring out the specificity of site, soil and vintage, we cultivate our vineyards biodynamically and keep interventions to a minimum during vinification."
VDP: Why did you become a winemaker?
Andreas Schumann: The variety of work in nature, craftsmanship, plant cultivation, microbiology in the soil and cellar, technology in the cellar and in…
"A healthy agricultural individuality can produce high quality food that nourishes body and mind year after year without significant input. This is terroir thinking in its most consistent form!"
VDP: How do you combine tradition and innovation?
Werner Jülg: We deal with both as long as we recognise that they create sustainable value and are not hidden behind an entertaining trend. …
VDP: Which wine are you particularly proud of?
Werner Jülg: There are many, but we are especially proud of our Pinot Blanc, Chardonnay and Pinot Noir. We appreciate the diversity of the vineyards…
