2021 Labeja Riesling dry Saltaren Wines Rheingau 0.75l

2021 Labeja Riesling dry – Saltaren Wines – Rheingau

single-vineyard wine

origin

The “Labeja” Riesling comes from Location Mittelheimer St. Nikolaus in the Rheingau region, not far from the Rhine. calcareous loess loam soils give the wine salty tension, cool structure and clear minerality. Alex Saltaren Castro works close to nature and biodiverseThe name “Labeja” (Spanish for bee) symbolically represents this approach.

Expansion

The grapes will partially destemmed and processed with a short maceration time, afterward gently pressedThe fermentation process takes place. spontaneous, followed by an expansion in stainless steel and 220-liter wooden barrels with 10–12 months of fine yeast storageThe wine will Unfiltered and bottled in the low-intervention style.

Aroma and taste

In the nose Herbal spice, yellow stone fruit and lemon zestOn the palate bright, precise and taut, with snappy acidity and cool fruitThe reverberation is mineral, salty and carried by a fine melt, with subtle phenolics.

Dietary recommendations

A versatile companion: perfect for Sushi and sashimi, grilled pike-perch with lemon butter, or poultry dishes with herbsAlso to Goat cheese or vegetarian dishes with fennel and citrus a suitable partner.

Special features of the vintage in the growing region

The year 2021 was cool and sophisticated, with high disease pressure and late, golden autumnThe wines show low alcohol, firm acidity and great precision as well as excellent maturation potential.

Conclusion

The 2021 Labeja Riesling dry is a purist, terroir-driven Riesling with Cool minerality, precise structure and lively tension. A authentic expression of the modern Rheingau.