Lena Maria Julier, affectionately known as Lelle, has been deeply rooted in the world of winemaking since childhood, having been raised in the family-owned Weingut Schmitzer-Julier. While her parents' winery already specialized in producing organic yet traditional wines, Lelle is driven to carve her own path by crafting wines that exude vibrancy, vitality, and expressiveness.
Located in the tranquil village of Eschbach in Pfalz, just a ninety-minute drive west of Stuttgart, Lelle sources her grapes from the familiar vineyards owned by her parents. Emphasizing the importance of superior grape quality, a natural winemaking approach in the cellar, and a patient demeanor, Lelle creates wines that stand out in the region. Her wines possess a distinctiveness and freshness that diverge from the more traditional offerings of the area, yet they remain deeply connected to the unique terroir of Pfalz.
Currently, Lelle's production centers around the two wines that we offer, totaling approximately 2000 bottles.
When not tending to her vineyards, Lelle works as a traveling master vine pruner for Simonit&Sirch, a company renowned for its expertise in vineyard management. With over thirty years of experience, Simonit&Sirch trains and assists some of the world's most esteemed wine producers. Additionally, Lelle is the wife of another prominent producer and also member of the Simonit&Sirch team, Nikolas Juretic.
Location
Germany, Pfalz
Type
Grower,
Size
~2000 bottles per year,
Grapes
Riesling, Grauburgunder, Gewürztraminer,
Certifications and labels
Practicing organic (not certified),