Wineries Privy Council J. Wegeler GmbH & Co KG

The Wegeler wineries manage many high-quality locations, including the famous Bernkasteler Doctor.

In 1900, during the peak of Mosel Riesling, Julius Wegeler had the unique opportunity to purchase a part of the heart of the Bernkastler Doctor from the then mayor Kunz. The price at that time of 100 gold marks per vine surpassed everything that had come before and was vigorously discussed in the industry.

Wegeler acquired 4,300 square meters, with the price not only covering the vines but also the historic Doctor cellar from 1650 and the wine stored in it. Another purchase in 1910 made the Wegeler wineries the largest owner in this historic site. An investment whose foresight has lasted into the present: the Doctor is still the most expensive vineyard in Germany today.