Weingut Spiess
Weingut Spiess produces wines from Rheinhessen, Germany's largest wine region, known for its diverse terroirs and classical grape varieties. The winery's portfolio centers on Riesling and Chardonnay. The Riesling Geyersberg represents the estate's work with the region's signature variety, while two Chardonnay expressions—the R and Trocken bottlings—demonstrate engagement with white Burgundy varieties in a continental climate. Falstaff has rated these wines. The Geyersberg Riesling achieved a prestige rating of 91.5, positioning it as the winery's highest-rated offering. Both Chardonnay bottlings scored in the upper 80s, with the R at 89.5 and the Trocken at 89.0. These ratings reflect the technical precision required to cultivate Chardonnay in Rheinhessen's warm summers and the classical balance Riesling can achieve from the region's best vineyard sites.
Critics
Falstaff, Wine Advocate