Scharzhofberg is one of the most famous vineyard sites in Germany, and one of the oldest. It is situated in Wiltingen, removed from the Saar in a side valley facing south, its slopes are quite steep, with a 30-60% grade, and high at 180-280 meters elevation. It is formed from grey Devonian slate, the soils are very deep with no bedrock. This wine is always delicate, crisp and exquisite texturally.