Hochheim am Main
A historic wine town in the Rheingau region, famous for its 'Hochheimer' wines and excellent Rieslings.
City Information
- Region: Rheingau
- Best time to visit: July for the Hochheim Wine Festival
- Language: German
- Currency: Euro (€)
- Population: 18,000
- Annual Wine Production: 2,200,000 liters
Wine Information
Local Wine Styles: Dry Riesling, Spätlese Riesling, Sekt (sparkling wine)
Average Wine Tasting Price: €22
Terroir: Loess and limestone soils, Main river influence
Wine Festivals: Hochheimer Weinfest in July, Hochheimer Markt in November
Transportation Options: Regional trains, Bicycle routes, River cruises