Kunstler Hochheimer Holle Riesling Trocken ‘Im Neuenberg’ 2023

From the south facing 48ha Holle vineyard, meaning ‘steep hill’ in Middle High German, 85% of this vineyard is classified Erstes Gewachs of which Kunstler holds 9.6ha. East of Hochheim the hillside vineyard is at a 15% decline towards the Main River. The subsoils of this vineyard comprise of heavy clay marl with high levels of calcium carbonate, contributing to the mineral powerhouse of these wines with loamy loess topsoil providing a counterbalance, giving the vines plentiful water and aeration. Destemmed then pressed and settled the must is fermented cool in majority stainless steel with 30% large neutral oak. After primary fermentation the wine is racked and returned to be aged on fine lees for 6 months before bottling.

"What an amazing nose of ripe apricots, wet earth and smoke. At once seriously concentrated with ample ripeness, but also very bright and uplifting. This is a stunning medium-bodied dry riesling that is precise at the very long, savory finish. From organically grown grapes with Fair Choice certification. Drink or hold. Screw cap" - 96 Points - James Suckling