Weingut Geil

In 1871 when Georg Geil, father of Johann Geil, bought the manor house at the heart of the estate, it stood close to the edge of the village. His purchase would lay the cornerstone for the Geil family's winegrowing tradition in Bechtheim. The estate would eventually come to bear the name of his son Johann Geil, who at age ten planted a chestnut tree in the garden. Its mighty branches stretch high over the property even today. Johann Geil also ...

Winegrowing has a long and proud tradition in Bechtheim. A decree from 1780 by the State Office of the Principality of Leiningen, stipulating that vines were only to be planted in areas whose soil was suited to producing quality wines, shows the attention that wines from this place were already being afforded. The decree also laid out the specific site names that continue to be used even today.

Our philosophy combines a consistent orientation toward quality, a strong degree of craftsmanship and a gentle touch in the production of our sparkling and still wines, all based around a tradition of family ownership and individual attention.

Our wines need both time and space to develop their own character, strengths and style. In the end, these natural characteristics are what lend them their unmistakable spirit and quality. Our diverse ...