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Discover Germany | Wine&Dine | Schloss Janson
Main image: Family’s wine label Below from left: Wine shop. View of the bar. Blue room of the wineshop Kurt, Sarah and Children The gazebo in the ivy garden
Exquisite winegrowing since 1831 Situated on historic terrain at the beginning of the Palatinate’s famous ‘Deutsche Weinstrasse’, the family-run winery Schlossgut Janson impresses with an eventful past and present, as well as a wide range of superb red and white wines. The castle estate’s homely ambience invites wine enthusiasts from all over the world to enjoy, indulge and relax. TEXT: NANE STEINHOFF | PHOTOS: SCHLOSSGUT JANSON I KIRSTIN HOUSER
“Those who seek to explore Germany’s ‘Weinstrasse’ are sure to come across our historic premises at least once,”Sarah Janson, American-born wife of owner Kurt Janson, explains. As the most northerly vineyard along the wine route, Schlossgut Janson in Bockenheim is the first stop for many. Loamy- and limestone soils produce well-balanced wines which impress with fruity, fresh, spicy or mature nuances. With over three dozen red and white wines from Riesling and Pinot Gris to Pinot Blanc, Pinot Noir and Gewürztraminer, the team at Schlossgut Janson prides themselves in producing high-quality wines to suit every palate.
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The estate’s beautifully decorated wine shop poses as the perfect setting for tasting one of the family’s exceptional wines. “Other wine shops are minimalistic and modern but we took a different approach. Because wine is mostly drank at home among family and friends, we decided to create the same atmosphere for our guests,” Sarah Janson says. With antique furniture and attention to interior design, the vintner’s wife has created the perfect location for a glass of wine or a snack. Additionally, the beautiful courtyard and gardens within the castle walls are sure to enrich every summer day. The remaining castle foundations on Schlossgut Janson’s premises also
tell the story of an eventful history. Even though the castle itself may not exist anymore, the dukes of Leiningerland once resided here from the 12th century onwards. After the castle had been burned down three times, the noble owners had to flee and Kurt Janson’s great-grandfather bought the estate and its land in 1831. Now in its sixth generation, the family business focuses on viticulture and bringing an international character into the Schlossgut. A few years back, current owner Kurt went to America to do an internship at a winery in Long Island, New York. Not only did he bring back experience but also Sarah. Now married, the couple has successfully run the estate for almost nine years.“We combine an impressive local history with an international spin – and award-winning German wines to boot!” Sarah Janson concludes. www.schloss-janson.de