i. Biography
Caroline Diel has led Schlossgut Diel in Burg Layen, Germany jointly with her husband Sylvain Taurisson-Diel since July 2019, with wine production as her remit.
The Path
Geisenheim University is part of Caroline Diel’s training background, and that schooling sits behind the practical decisions that define her work at Schlossgut Diel. Since 2019, her role as proprietor and wine maker has been tied to the same site, the same cellar, and the same set of production choices.
The Work Today
Wine production at Schlossgut Diel is the core of Caroline Diel’s current work. In practice, that means shaping the estate’s wines with the structure, balance, and precision that the Nahe can support.
Signature
Caroline's signature wines include Pinot Noir Caroline, Schlossberg Kabinett, Goldloch Kabinett, Pittermännchen Kabinett, and Goldloch GG.
In Their Words “It is very important to me that the Kabinette are refreshing and that the balance between sweetness, acidity and minerality is right, that the wine cuts through razor-sharp.” “We have a really cool combination of soils, fruit, and mineral spice. Combined with the climate, the Nahe really plays everything enormously into our hands.”
Acclaim
The work at Schlossgut Diel is centered on wine production, and Caroline Diel’s name is attached to that production through the estate’s current direction.
Profile updated July 2026
FAQ
Asked of Caroline
What is Caroline Diel's current role?
As of 2026, Caroline Diel is Co-managing Director.
Where did Caroline Diel train or study?
Caroline Diel trained at Geisenheim University.
