Markus Schneider Chardonnay Johanniskreuz

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Palatinate Chardonnay from old oak barrels: citrus, almond, vanilla, full fruit.

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Markus Schneider Chardonnay Johanniskreuz

The Markus Schneider Chardonnay Johanniskreuz takes its name from the village of Johanneskreuz in the Palatinate Forest, which is generally considered one of the forest's origins. There, particularly old oak trees grow, some of which likely existed as far back as Napoleon's time and are ideally suited for making wine barrels. The Markus Schneider Chardonnay Johanniskreuz is aged in such barrels, made from old Palatinate oak. The wine displays a refined yellow-green color and a diverse array of aromas. The spectrum ranges from citrus fruits, almond, and apple to vanilla, roasted notes, and pineapple. On the palate, it exhibits a beautiful richness, along with abundant fruit and finesse. This wine is a masterpiece from Markus Schneider!
Grape variety Chardonnay
Taste Dry
Alcohol 13 % Vol.
Serving temp. 8–10 °C
Volume 0,75 l
Country of origin Germany
Region Palatinate
Grape variety Chardonnay
Wine color White Wine
Vintage 2025
Alcohol content 13 % Vol.
Taste Dry

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Markus Schneider

Winery of the month September 2026

September is all about the Palatinate. Since 1994, Markus Schneider has built a winery in Ellerstadt that does many things differently than its peers: no vineyard designations, no quality classifications, but instead modern branded wines with an unmistakable style. On around 92 hectares, concentrated, fruit-forward wines are created — late harvest, reduced yields, FAIR'N GREEN certified. Recognizable from the first sip, and that is intentional here.

Markus Schneider from Ellerstadt in the Palatinate has built a winery since 1994 that does many things differently than his colleagues: no site designations, no quality levels (Prädikate), but instead modern brand wines with an international mix of grape varieties and an unmistakable character. Where others rely on traditional classifications, Schneider consistently goes his own way – and that is exactly what makes his wines so recognizable.

On around 92 hectares, concentrated, fruit-driven wines are created, which are characterized by late harvest, targeted yield reduction, and careful cellar technology. Every bottle seems like the result of uncompromising craftsmanship rather than mere routine – powerful, expressive, and always provided with a clear style. The avoidance of herbicides, insecticides, and artificial fertilizers, as well as the FAIR'N GREEN certification, also show that Schneider thinks of quality and responsibility together from the very beginning.

The small barn on the family farm has long since become a business with an annual production of around 800,000 bottles – and thus one of the most idiosyncratic success stories of the German wine scene. Those looking for wines with edges, corners, and real recognition value will find exactly that at Markus Schneider.

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