The Beating Heart of Riesling
Rheingau
The Beating Heart of Riesling
The Beating Heart of Riesling
The Beating Heart of Riesling
The Beating Heart of Riesling
The Beating Heart of Riesling
wineBANK Rheingau – History meets modernity
The wineBANK features two historic vaulted cellars, from the 17th and 20th centuries respectively, that have been given a stylish makeover. Regionalism and sustainability are woven into the overall wineBANK design. The cellar has retained its beneficial coat of so-called cellar mold, which delivers a natural atmosphere that has been enhanced with high-quality slate from Bacharach and quartzite from the Taunus mountains. Energy-saving LEDs provide ideal lighting without emitting UV rays that could damage the wine.
Another special feature: wineBANK founder Christian Ress is also the owner of renowned VDP member estate Balthasar Ress. This lends itself to wonderful synergy between the Rheingau wineBANK and the Balthasar Ress estate. As a wineBANKer, you can have wines from Balthasar Ress delivered straight to your locker at special pricing. For larger format bottles, they can be stored in a dedicated large-format storage space. Book a moderated wine tasting or vineyard tour, concluding with a jovial toast back at the wineBANK.
“The fact that my idea of creating a place where wine enthusiasts can come together day and night, store their wine optimally, share their passion and experience exclusive events is so successful makes me very proud.”
In 2008, Christian Ress decided it was finally time to see through an idea that had been with him for years: establishing the wineBANK Rheingau in an old vaulted cellar on the premises of Weingut Balthasar Ress (est. 1870). The concept was more than just unfamiliar in Germany at that time, it was trailblazing. It has since proven itself a favorite not just of wine fans, but all design lovers and aficionados of the gourmet life. Christian Ress, co-owner and managing director at VDP member estate Balthasar Ress, has founded a variety of wine-related companies in recent years and remains an active manager at several of them. His original idea of a wineBANK at his own estate has since developed into a full franchise concept.
Christian Ress
Founder and owner of wineBANK Rheingau
“Wine is incredibly multifaceted —
to show all these facets of wine and to experience them with the members is what I enjoy most as a club manager.”
Dominic Nebel has worked in the upscale hotel and restaurant industry and, in addition to positions at renowned addresses such as Schloss Reinhartshausen and Nassauer Hof, also brings many years of experience as a restaurant manager and sommelier. He enjoys sharing his great passion for wine with his guests.
As Club Manager of wineBANK Rheingau, it is particularly important to him to be a competent contact person and companion for all wineBANKers and to welcome them warmly as their host. He looks forward to amusing evenings, interesting tastings, a lively exchange on the subject of wine, and many special, oenophile moments of enjoyment!
Dominic Nebel
Club Manager of wineBANK Rheingau
Contact
Services
Open 24/7
Exclusive catering partner
“By the Glass” wine dispenser
coolBOTTLE wine fridge for
chilled bottled wines on site
Meeting room
(on request)
Free parking lots nearby
Honesty bar
Free wifi
Events & Benefits
As a wineBANK member, you’ll receive regular invitations to exclusive member-only events such as the wineBANKer’s Table, after-work drinks and seasonal events. From extravagant dinners and events with guest winegrowers from prestigious German estates to top-flight international operations and much more, membership offers the perfect opportunity to learn more about wine and to network with other wineBANKers. Different membership levels are available, allowing you to decide which factors are important, such as the most exclusive of events and the opportunity to bring along friends.
Snacks in the wineBANK
Snacks with wine are a must for an enjoyable evening at the wineBANK! The cookery workshop offers three delicious options, which you can find on the menu. Please provide the following information when ordering:
What would you like to order?
For how many people?
Delivery time and collection time
Name and address for billing address
Please send orders 7 days in advance to Marcus Fuchsberger at ress@kochwerkstatt-wiesbaden.de. You will be billed separately and not via your monthly account.
EVENTS
01/26/2026 19:30 | RHEINGAU
133. wineBANKers Table mit VDP.Weingut Freimuth
Individuelle Lagenweine aus Geisenheim
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02/23/2026 19:30 | RHEINGAU
134. wineBANKers Table mit VDP.Schlossgut Diel
Winzerin des Jahres 2019, 2020 und 2021 und Wein-VIP des Jahres 2022 in der wineBANK
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03/23/2026 19:30 | RHEINGAU
135. wineBANKers Table mit VDP.Weingut Graf von Kanitz
"Bombastisch" urteilt der Feinschmecker, und Gault Millau bescheinigt den feinen Weinen "einmal mehr mineralische Würze"
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04/27/2026 19:30 | RHEINGAU
136.wineBANKers Table mit Weingut Hiestand
Rheinhessische Balance zwischen Handwerk und Qualität
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05/18/2026 19:30 | RHEINGAU
137.wineBANKers Table mit Omina Romana
Top Weine aus dem Castelli Romani in Latium bei Rom
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09/28/2026 19:30 | RHEINGAU
140.wineBANKers Table mit VDP.Weingut August Eser
Der Schlüssel zum Rheingauer Riesling
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The Rheingau has much to offer — and as wineBANKers you’ll enjoy exclusive privileges. You’ll receive regular invitations to events that bring you together with fascinating people and intriguing personalities from the wine world. And not just that: Your Member’s Card opens the door to additional discounts, free services, and surprises around the region.
10% Rabatt auf den Online Einkauf
Zum Kennenlernen 10% Rabatt, auf den einmaligen Online Kauf von 1, 3 oder 6 Flaschen Champagner.
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Balthasar Ress
Das VDP. Weingut Balthasar Ress in Hattenheim gewährt je nach Kategorie der wineBANK Member's Card 3-10% Rabatte auf alle Weinkäufe, Rebstockpachten und Weinproben.
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Balthasar Ress Weinbar & Vinothek Frankfurt
Die Balthasar Ress Weinbar & Vinothek - der Flagship-Store des Weinguts Balthasar Ress im Herzen Frankfurts. Verkosten, Genießen und (W)Einkaufen direkt beim Weingut mit exklusiven Vorteilen.
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Balthasar Ress Weinbar & Vinothek Wiesbaden
Die Balthasar Ress Weinbar & Vinothek - der Flagship-Store des Weinguts Balthasar Ress im Herzen Wiesbadens. Verkosten, Genießen und (W)Einkaufen direkt beim Weingut mit exklusiven Vorteilen.
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Operating company
Stefan B. Ress KG Weinkellerei
Rheinallee 50
65347 Eltville-Hattenheim