The vineyards of Graf von Kanitz are situated in the center of the world heritage “Oberes Mittelrheintal” (Upper Middle Rhine Valley region) (www.welterbe-mittelrheintal.de) in Lorch on the Rhine between Loreley and Rüdesheim. Bordering Rhineland Palatia to the north this vintage zone is known as “Mittelrhein” with the river Rhine, the romantic Wisper Valley and the Rheingau hills shaping the landscape. As a recognized wine producing community the village of Lorch is first mentioned in 1085 and received its municipal rights in 1885.

The vineyards lie on the right bank of the Rhine where the Rheingau hills create excellent conditions for wine-growing. Steep slopes close to the Rhine together with the soil composition of slate and quartzite are crucial to the development of the Riesling plant and contribute to its distinctive character.