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The Kranz winery in Ilbesheim on the Southern Wine Route is run by the fourth generation of the winemaking family, guided by the motto: "Craftsmanship, Origin, Attitude". Admitted to the VDP in 2012, it is now one of the most distinguished producers in the Palatinate.
Boris Kranz, who has run the winery since 1990, cultivates 25 hectares of vineyards around the Kleine Kalmit mountain – 100 percent organically. Riesling, Pinot Noir, and Pinot Blanc each account for a quarter of the area, complemented by Chardonnay and other varieties.
The wines are straightforward, age-worthy, and distinctive. From the delicate Riesling to the juicy Pinot Blanc and the crisp Pinot Noir – here speaks the signature of a winemaker who prioritizes precision and terroir. A true example of modern Palatinate winemaking.
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Weingut Kranz –
Craftsmanship and terroir at the Kleine Kalmit
Weingut Kranz is located in Ilbesheim on the Southern Wine Route – in the middle of one of Germany's warmest wine-growing regions, characterized by variegated sandstone and the loamy soils around the Kleine Kalmit. The family has been growing wine here for four generations, since 1990 under the leadership of Boris Kranz, who has consistently led the estate toward organic farming. All 25 hectares of vineyards are now certified organically farmed.
In 2012, the winery was admitted to the VDP – a recognition that confirms the course Boris Kranz has taken from the beginning: precision instead of effect, origin instead of equipment. Riesling, Pinot Noir, and Pinot Blanc form the heart of the range, complemented by Chardonnay. The wines are straightforward and long-lived – no wood makeup, no softened fruit profiles, but clear terroir statements that gain with some cellar time.
Anyone looking for a delicate Riesling with tension and minerality, a Pinot Blanc with substance, or a Pinot Noir that prioritizes elegance over power will find a reliable address at Kranz. The wines pair well with food – with light meat, fish, aged cheese – and continue to develop in the glass if you give them time.