Georg Breuer Pfaffenwies Riesling 2021

The vineyard site Pfaffenwies was initially mentioned as ‘pafenwies’ in documents from 1211, and later as ‘pfaffenwissen’ (1235). It was named after Pastor Dydo, also known as ‘Pfaffe’. This steep site has a gradient of up to 45% and is situated between 90 to 160m above sea level. The soil is a combination of stony Hunsrück slate and Taunus quartzite, with loess in the lower parts. Riesling from this area is characterised by great elegance as well as pronounced acidity and minerality.

“Super-straight and focused with delicate aromas of wild flowers, lemon balm and Amalfi lemon, this Rheingau dry riesling has a crystalline purity that’s it really fascinating. Very sleek long finish with tons of wet stone minerality. From organically grown grapes with Fair'n Green certification. Drink or hold.” 95 Points. Stuart Pigott, www.jamessuckling.com