"Hinterhaus", or "backyard", is always the first of the Rüdesheimer Berg sites to ripen because it is at the base of the mountain, catching the warming reflection off of the Rhine River. The site is also comprised of slate soil, which is known for its ability to retain heat. The warmer climate allows for more concentrated fruit and ultimately a bigger, richer wine. Rottland is recognized for its exotic yellow fruit and distinctive mineral structure, both of which show through charmingly in this bottling. This is Leitz's most full-bodied Riesling, at the driest level.