Barnert & Drewitz | Hessische Bergstraße | Riesling Alte Reben “Auf der Mauer” | 2021 | 750ml

Description

Product description for Barnert & Drewitz Riesling Alte Reben “Auf der Mauer” 2021

Information about the wine

This Riesling grows on steep terraces on the Hessian Bergstrasse near Bensheim. The old vines are rooted in weathered granite. It is pure granite gravel with a rich skeleton and a sufficient proportion of fine earth. Spontaneous fermentation and aging took place in stainless steel tanks, where the Riesling rested for a long time on its full lees. Because the wine was bottled unfiltered, has a slight turbidity, and the minimal sulfurization may not have met the aroma profile expected by the examination committee, it has become a Starkenburg country wine.

Colour

light gold

Nose

The landscape of some corners on the Hessian Bergstrasse can strongly remind you of Alsace. This Riesling does just that. It is the blend of richness and simultaneous finesse that characterizes the aroma. It quickly becomes clear that this is a natural wine chameleon that is constantly evolving. What is noticeable, however, are the notes of ripe, somewhat crumbly apples, pears, and quince, combined with wax, jasmine, and other floral notes.

Palate

The palate is surprising because, despite the ripeness it offers on the nose, the Riesling seems completely dry. Furthermore, at 11.5% ABV, it has a very subtle alcohol content. This could make it lean, but it isn’t. It appears lean, but equipped with power and a good portion of extract, it displays good volume, permeated by lively acidity. Aromatically, the Riesling continues the blend of stone fruit and wax—supported by mouthwatering saltiness in the dense yet transparent finish. It’s worth decanting.

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