August Kesseler ran Schloss Reinhartshausen from 1992-2000 and is no doubt responsible for the dramatic rise to immense popularity.

After inheriting the vineyards in the late seventies, he pioneered the production of a breathtaking Pinot Noir, and the usage of Barrique, which he has now abandoned for the sake of terroir. These Pinot Noirs have cult status in Germany and fetch high prices. His Rieslings are also very well renowned. August Kesseler has vineyards in the top sites, such as Assmannhaeuser Hoellenberg, Ruedesheimer Berg Schlossberg, Bischofsberg, Berg Roseneck and Rottland.