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Wittmann Westhofener ‘Erste Lage’ 2022
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Based on the Premier Cru from Burgundy, now marked with the “1G” logo, this local Riesling from Weingut Wittmann comes from the best Westhofen locations, all of which are characterized by limestone. The typical Riesling fruit is clearly evident in the bouquet, but not intrusively. White peach and citrus are dominant here, but there is also a hint of yellow apple. The counterpoint to the fruit aromas is a mineral vein and hints of fine, spicy herbs that are already noticeable in the nose. On the palate, the origins of Riesling can no longer be denied: a chalky, salty minerality literally vibrates on the tongue, yet very dense and powerful with lots of stony, smoky aromas. Together with notes of lime and grapefruit, an enormously layered and complex taste image is created. The acidity is very noticeable, but is by no means sharp or disturbing. Rather, it underlines the slim character of the wine and ensures a long and reverberating taste.
| Type | White Wine |
|---|---|
| Varietal(s) | Riesling |
| Country | Germany |
| Region | Rheinhessen |
| Brand | Wittmann |
| Vintage | 2022 |
About German Wines
Germany is the world’s northernmost fine wine producing region and thus requires its vines to endure some of the coldest temperatures. Fortunately, the country’s star variety, Riesling, does well in cooler climates and can survive even these freezing winters.
Germany Riesling is classified by ripeness at harvest which is also used to indicate the wine’s level of residual sugar. Picking earlier means the grapes have less time to ripen and the corresponding wines will be on the drier side; while picking later gives the grapes the opportunity full ripen and produce a lusciously sweet Riesling. The classifications from driest to sweetest: Kabinett, Spätlese, Auslese, Beerenauslese, Trockenbeerenauslese and Eiswein (ice wine). While not as common to age white wines outside of Chardonnay, top tier German Rieslings can be aged for decades.
Other notable white grape varieties produced in Germany include Müller-Thurgau (a cross between Riesling and Madelaine Royale in the search for varieties that could withstand the extreme temperatures), Grauburguner (Pinot Gris) and Weissburguner (Pinot Blanc). The cooler German climate leads to earlier harvesting in general and gives German wines a distinctive character of higher acidity.
Historically red wine has always been harder to produce in the German climate. However, Pinot Noir grown in slightly warmer pockets of the country, has been highly successful in recent times. Going by the German name, Spätburgunder, German Pinot Noir can be elegant, structured and have vibrant acidity.
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Wittmann Westhofener ‘Erste Lage’ 2022
Based on the Premier Cru from Burgundy, now marked with the “1G” logo, this local Riesling from Weingut Wittmann comes from the best Westhofen locations, all of which are characterized by limestone. The typical Riesling fruit is clearly evident in the bouquet, but not intrusively. White peach and citrus are dominant here, but there is also a hint of yellow apple. The counterpoint to the fruit aromas is a mineral vein and hints of fine, spicy herbs that are already noticeable in the nose. On the palate, the origins of Riesling can no longer be denied: a chalky, salty minerality literally vibrates on the tongue, yet very dense and powerful with lots of stony, smoky aromas. Together with notes of lime and grapefruit, an enormously layered and complex taste image is created. The acidity is very noticeable, but is by no means sharp or disturbing. Rather, it underlines the slim character of the wine and ensures a long and reverberating taste.
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