Description
The 2022 Zeltinger Sonnenuhr Riesling GG comes from the middle part of the cru around the rocks emerging from this site and opens with a delicate, finely weathered slate aroma intertwined with perfectly ripe and elegant fruit aromas. Savory on the palate, this is a refined and persistently saline Riesling with salt and tension yet also a richness and generosity that maybe takes a bit of the thrill. However, this is a long-distance runner with remarkable complexity and length. 12.5% stated alcohol. Natural cork. Tasted at the domaine in November 2023.
- Country: Germany
- Region: Mosel-Saar-Ruwer
- Size: 750ml
- Color: White
- Alcohol by Vol: 13.0%
Varietal
Riesling
Riesling grapes have been grown in and around central Europe for centuries, and over time, they became the lasting symbol of south Germany’s ancient and proud wine culture. Whilst the reputation of German wines abroad has in the past been mixed, the Germans themselves take an enormous amount of pride in their wineries, and Riesling grapes have now spread around the globe, growing anywhere with the correct climate in which they can thrive. Riesling grape varietals generally require much cooler climatic conditions than many other white grapes, and they are generally considered to be a very ‘terroir expressive’ varietal, meaning that the features and characteristics of the terroir they are grown on comes across in the flavors and aromas in the bottle. It is this important feature which has allowed Riesling wines to be elevated into the category of ‘fine’ white wines, as the features of the top quality bottles are generally considered to be highly unique and offer much to interest wine enthusiasts.
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