2023 Westhofen Kirchspiel Riesling VDP.Grosses Gewächs Weingut Keller Rheinhessen 0.75l

2023 Westhofen Kirchspiel Riesling VDP.Grosses Gewächs – Weingut Keller – Rheinhessen 

single-vineyard wine

origin

The location Parish in Westhofen It is one of the most important Riesling vineyards in Rheinhessen. Keller Winery cultivates plots of land with deep soils here Calcareous marl and limestone soils, which impart a pronounced minerality, elegance, and structure to the wines. The gently sloping hillsides and the cool microclimate allow for a slow, even ripening of the grapes, resulting in precise, age-worthy Rieslings.

Expansion

The grapes were selectively hand-read and gently pressed. Fermentation took place with natural yeasts and the expansion took place predominantly in large wooden barrel instead. VDP.Grosse Gewächs It matured for several months on the fine lees, which creates structure, complexity and depth.

Aroma and taste

In the glass, the wine displays a bright golden yellow color. The nose is reminiscent of citrus zest, white peach and a delicate herbal spiciness, accompanied by a pronounced limestone minerality. On the palate, it tight and precise, with living acid and salty tension. The structure is concentrated yet elegant, the aftertaste long and mineral-driven.

Dietary recommendations

Ideal turbot, shellfish or veal loin with light jus. Equally excellent with Asian dishes with a subtle spiciness or with mature hard cheeses. Served with 9–11 °C.

Special features of the vintage in the growing region

The year 2023 in Rheinhessen was characterized by a long growing season with good water supply. The grapes developed a balanced equilibrium of ripeness and acidity, resulting in precise, terroir-driven Rieslings with great elegance.

Conclusion

The 2023 Westhofen Kirchspiel Riesling VDP.Grosses Gewächs from the Keller Winery shows a highly precise, mineral-driven top-quality RieslingWith its salty tension, clear fruit and impressive depth, it is one of the great Rieslings of Rheinhessen.