The Staatlicher estate is located in the city of Wurzburg (Maindreieick area) in the Franken wine-growing region in Germany. Staatlicher Hofkeller (royal state cellar) has a long tradition, it was founded in 1128 making it the oldest wine estate in Germany. It has been owned by the ruling forces in the area without interruption since the 12th century. They produce a number of white wines including several grand cru equivalents. The grape, Domina, was created in 1927 by crossing Blauer Portugieser with Pinot Noir. This gives it the classical pinot notes of cherry and tobacco, but with a more full bodied flavor.