Riesling 2019
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Esteemed by connoisseurs and rated 94/100 by James Suckling, this dry Riesling showcases the full potential of Germany’s noble grape. Crafted for purity, not sweetness, it’s bone-dry yet rich and complex - no cloying sugar, no sharp acidity, no petrol notes. Just authentic Riesling fruit and terroir.
A wine of power and finesse, it balances vibrant fruit, crispness, and honeyed aromas with striking minerality. Elegant and seductive on the palate, it finishes long and memorable — a true reflection of its origin and the vigneron’s craft.
Vintage 2019+
A flawless growing season, coupled with our commitment to low yields, resulted in perfect, healthy berries with a delicate perfume, ripened to perfection. We took a cautious approach, lightly leaf-plucking the grapes to prevent overexposure to sunlight and avoid any petroleum-like characteristics in the wine.
Riesling, hailed as Germany's great noble variety, could arguably be considered the world's finest white grape due to its remarkable longevity and its ability to convey a vineyard's unique character.
Hans' Winemaking Comments
Carefully destemmed and partially crushed, the exquisite berries beckoned for an extended skin maceration, allowing me to extract their mesmerizing flavours. I gently pressed and transferred the juice into one 500-liter French oak puncheon for a natural fermentation to capture its unique terroir and sense of place. Notably, there's no residual sugar left in this wine. Throughout the first six months of its journey, I stirred the fine lees, contributing to its exceptional silkiness, complexity, and depth. The young wine luxuriated in the same barrel for a full year, maturing and evolving into a nectar of immense enjoyment. I deliberately avoided cold stabilization and chose not to fine the wine (vegan), only lightly filtering it to preserve the incredible aromas.
Tasting Notes+
This Riesling is a genuine embodiment of terroir and winemaking prowess. It captivates with its intensely aromatic nose, followed by a soft yet potent mouthfeel and enduring freshness. Crisp notes of citrus, ripe peach, and Williams pear transition seamlessly to flavours of lime, grapefruit, and exotic lychee, complemented by subtle herbal hints. With well-balanced acidity and an exceptionally long, dry, and refreshing finish, it promises a tantalizing tasting experience. Delicate yet powerful on the palate, it's truly scrumptious!
Technical Data +
| Variety | 100% Riesling |
| Rootstock | 3309, Clone GM110 |
| Vine Planted | 2004 |
| Soil | Shallow (<45 cm) stony, sandy, gravelly soil. Well drained, developed from stony alluvium. Not one row shows the same soil type. |
| Planting Density | 5,500 vines/ha |
| Yield | 2t/ha |
| Alcohol | 13.5% |
| Residual Sugar | <1 g/l |
| Ageing Potential |
15 years |
| Bottles Produced | 1760 |
Food Matching Suggestions+
Dry and elegant makes it one of the most versatile wines to match!
Industry Reviews+
'Lots of spicy, bitter lemon, orange and butter brickle aromas and flavors. Full-bodied with lots of fruit and a flavorful finish. A big and rich riesling with power. Drink or hold..'