Winemaker Notes
Although many grape varieties do well in the Pfalz, Riesling is still the most important and the most widely planted. This medium-bodied dry Riesling has lovely flavors of peach and stone, with a hint of apricot. Nicely balanced acidity gives it a juicy grip. It is an excellent match for classic continental-style cooking, especially with dishes that feature freshwater fish, chicken and pork.
Professional Ratings
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James Suckling
Where are the salads? Lots of pear and fresh herbs, the touch of tannin pushing the impression of substance. But the palate remains bright through the long clean finish. Drink now.
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Tasting Panel
Dry and crisp yet smooth with fresh lime; aromatic, long, and a great value.
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Wine Enthusiast
Delicate pineapple and tangerine notes introduce this fully dry but slim, light-footed Riesling. Silken in texture and edged by steel, it’s an elegant, freshly balanced white that should drink well through 2024. Best Buy
Riesling possesses a remarkable ability to reflect the character of wherever it is grown while still maintaining its identity. A regal variety of incredible purity and precision, this versatile grape can be just as enjoyable dry or sweet, young or old, still or sparkling and can age longer than nearly any other white variety. Somm Secret—Given how difficult it is to discern the level of sweetness in a Riesling from the label, here are some clues to find the dry ones. First, look for the world “trocken.” (“Halbtrocken” or “feinherb” mean off-dry.) Also a higher abv usually indicates a drier Riesling.
This sunny and relatively dry region served for many years as a German tourist mecca and was associated with low cost, cheerful wines. But since the 1980s, it has gained a reputation as one of Germany’s more innovative regions, which has led to increased international demand.