Welcome
to the Hubertus M. Apel Winery
Geographically we are Moselanians. However, our grape varieties, soils, microclimate and terroir are a clear indication of how close we are to our colleagues in the French Burgundy. All these factors acting together give rise to the natural conditions that make our wines so special.
More than just a winery
Winery
“Doing everything in harmony with nature to bring wine to perfection”, is the philosophy of the Apel winegrowing family.
Guesthouse
Whether you are a holidaymaker, wine lover or a transient traveller – we shall make you
feel completely at home.
Wine tavern
Indulge yourself! In our cosy wine tavern or on the large wine terrace – the choice is yours.
Preserving tradition, shaping the future
Our family was already involved in winegrowing since 1477 and has lived in Nittel for just as long. While his great-grandfather was still mainly active as a wine merchant, Hubertus Matthias and his wife Elfriede carried on with the wine production business.
This winegrowing enterprise was continued in 1988 by his sons Harald and Hubert, who, through more than 30 years of working together, have built up the business into one of the most modern wineries on the Mosel.
In 2016, the fourth generation of brothers Philip, Johannes and Matthias followed their father Harald into the family business.
A family business through and through!
Quality grows in
the vineyard
Shell Limestone! The heat-storing qualities of the stones and the sunlight-reflecting Mosel river shape the climate. Our location on a slope of up to 35% and a south-southwest orientation offer our vines the very best conditions for optimal growth. Out of our own conviction, we do not use herbicides, botriticides (fungicides) or insecticides. By sowing various herbs, flowers and grasses, we further increase the vitality of our vineyards. With this combination we strengthen the natural plant power of the vines and can reduce plant protection to a minimum.
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Events
SEASON CLOSING WINE RESTAURANT 01.12.2024
Our wine restaurant is open until December 1st, 2024. After that, our wine restaurant team will take a winter break. We are gathering strength and creative ideas for the 2025 season. We look forward to seeing you again in spring 2025!
SEASON OPENING WINE RESTAURANT 14.03.2025
Dear guests, dear friends, our wine bar will open again on Friday, March 14h, 2025. From then on, the following opening times apply to our wine bar / wine restaurant: Open Tuesday – Sunday from 12:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. Come and start the 2025 season with us. We are looking forward to your visit!
BIG VINTAGE PRESENTATION 12. + 13.04.2025
Discover the new 2024 vintage!
Take advantage of the opportunity to discover our entire range and try the 2024/2025 vintages.
Experience a special day with friends and acquaintances in our winery. Our wine restaurant offers delicacies from the winemaker's kitchen to go with this.
Saturday April 12th, 2025
2:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Sunday April 13th, 2025
2:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Further information will follow shortly.
We look forward to your visit!
WINE HICKING IN THE VINEYARDS 19.04.2025
Come by and enjoy a few nice hours with your friends or acquaintances in the idyllic vineyard paths of Nittel. Experience wine in the vineyard! Ticket sale starting March 2025 at www.nittel-mosel.de
DAYS OF OPEN CELLARS IN NITTEL 01.05 - 04.05.2025
Many of the local wineries have opened their courtyards and cellars and offer their wines and culinary delights. Whether regional cuisine or upscale gastronomy, there is something for everyone here. Enjoy the selection of wines and a few pleasant hours in and around Nittel. For more information, see: www.nittel-mosel.de
MEET THE WINEMAKER
The dates for 2025 will be announced in winter.
From 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Together with one of the heads of the Hubertus M. Apel winery, we head out into the vineyards, where we experience first-hand what it means to work in the vineyard and the diverse tasks involved here.
After that, we return to the winery for an educational tour of the company.
During this time, there will be a flying wine tasting including small delicacies and selected wines/sparkling wines from Apel.
Please register by email to:
reservierung@apel-weingut.de / Price per person - €35
MEET THE WINEMAKER
The dates for 2025 will be announced in winter.
From 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Together with one of the heads of the Hubertus M. Apel winery, we head out into the vineyards, where we experience first-hand what it means to work in the vineyard and the diverse tasks involved here.
After that, we return to the winery for an educational tour of the company.
During this time, there will be a flying wine tasting including small delicacies and selected wines/sparkling wines from Apel.
Please register by email to:
reservierung@apel-weingut.de / Price per person - €35
ST. ROCHUS WEINKIRMES 22.08. - 25.08.2025
Enjoy the relaxed atmosphere and linger at the wine fair in Nittel. Many winegrowers open their farms and offer all kinds of things for body and soul.
You can find more information at:
www.nittel-mosel.de
SAARRIESLINGSOMMER 30.08. - 31.08.2025
On August 26 & 27, 2023 between 12:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m., 15 stations in the Saar will open their doors and cellars. Enjoy special wines in a relaxed atmosphere, in beautiful locations and experience what makes this wine region so special. At each station, you will be greeted by exciting guest winemakers from other wine-growing regions in Germany and abroad. A shuttle service takes you from station to station. You will find us at the Bocksteinhof winery in Ockfen an der Saar. For more information, see: https://www.saar-riesling-sommer.de/
SEASON CLOSING WINE RESTAURANT - 30.11.2025
Our wine restaurant is open until November 30th, 2025. Then our team from the wine restaurant says goodbye to the winter break. We are gathering strength and creative ideas for the 2026 season. We look forward to seeing you again in spring 2026!
CHRISTMAS MARKET 2025
The exact date will be announced in winter 2024/2025.
You can find the program from last year here.
Wine bar in the middle of the vineyards
The “Weinhütte im Leiterchen” is a joint project between us and the Matthias Dostert winery. Here is from 01.03.2023 in the middle of the vinyards a wine vending machine that has a nice selection of wine and sparkling wine at the perfect temperature. Open 24/7. We offer comfortable seating in the middle of the vineyards and also a few snacks for the little hunger. It will be a place for socializing and enjoying wine, a place for relaxation and rest for hikers, walkers, wine and nature lovers.
In addition, a great view in the direction of the border triangle, beautiful, maybe even the most beautiful in the region!
