2024 Hallgarten Riesling dry Weingut Alexander Schregel Rheingau 0.75l

2024 Hallgarten Riesling dry Winery Alexander Schregel - Rheingau
local wine

Origin:

Hallgarten is one of the most exciting Riesling vineyards in the Rheingau. The higher-elevation vineyards—including Hendelberg, Jungfer, and Würzgarten —produce a particularly taut, herbaceous style thanks to their cooler microclimate and the influence of slate and loess . Alexander Schregel, considered one of the Rheingau's rising stars , relies uncompromisingly on manual labor and natural cultivation to bring the authenticity of the terroir into the glass.

Expansion:

The grapes are selectively harvested by hand. Spontaneous fermentation takes place in the cellar using the vineyard's own yeast, followed by ageing on the lees unfiltered and with minimal sulfur . This preserves Schregel's saline minerality and aromatic precision that distinguish his wines. Designated a Rheingauer Landwein (Rhinegau Country Wine), stylistically, it is clearly a sophisticated local wine.

Aroma & Taste:

The 2024 Hallgarten Riesling displays cool, clear aromas : notes of fresh herbs, ripe peach, apricot, and citrus fruits are accompanied by a subtle salty minerality . On the palate, it is taut, vibrant, and precise , with lively acidity, a dense core, and a long, juicy finish. A Riesling that combines finesse and character .

Food recommendation:

An ideal accompaniment to oysters and seafood , grilled zander with herbs , or poultry with citrus butter . Its salty freshness also impresses with Asian dishes with ginger and coriander or with fresh goat cheese .

Special features of the 2024 vintage in the Rheingau:

The 2024 vintage was a blessing in disguise in the Rheingau: Late frost caused damage, but the wine's location on the Rhine and its topography largely limited it. Regular rainfall required intensive plant protection but prevented drought stress. The Riesling grapes were able to fully ripen in October and exhibited pronounced aromas, balanced acidity, and moderate alcohol . The result is fruit-forward, terroir-influenced, and harmonious wines that are accessible even when young, but also have ageing potential.

Conclusion:

The Hallgarten Riesling 2024 is a precise, purist local wine that reflects Schregel's philosophy: uncompromising craftsmanship, true to the terroir, and strong in character. With its salty minerality, herbal spice, and elegant acidity, it's a wine for explorers—a modern ambassador of the Rheingau, demonstrating that great wines don't have to be loud, but rather convince with clarity and poise.