Schloss VollradsSchlossberg Grosses Gewächs Rheingau Riesling 2020

Product code: 16036
£38.20 inc VAT
Germany
White Wine from
Rheingau, Germany
Country
Country: Germany
Region
Region: Rheingau
Sub-Region
Sub-Region: Vollrads
Type
Type: White Wine
Winery
Winery: Schloss Vollrads
Alcohol
Alcohol: 12.5%
Volume
Volume: 750 ml
Winemaker
Winemaker: Dr. Rowald Hepp
Grape
Grape: Riesling
Grape: 100% Riesling
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Country
Country: Germany
Region
Region: Rheingau
Sub-Region
Sub-Region: Vollrads
Type
Type: White Wine
Winery
Winery: Schloss Vollrads
Alcohol
Alcohol: 12.5%
Volume
Volume: 750 ml
Winemaker
Winemaker: Dr. Rowald Hepp
Grape
Grape: Riesling
Grape: 100% Riesling

Product Notes

Schloss Vollrads Schlossberg Grosses Gewächs Rheingau Riesling is an exceptional wine, emanating from the prestigious Rheingau region in Germany. This delightful blend, renowned for its signature floral bouquet and citrusy undertones, delivers a sublime tasting experience. The wine captivates with its intense minerality, balanced by an exquisite acidity that provides remarkable freshness. Woven with notes of green apple, lime and white peach, it's a wine of unique purity and elegance. Expect a lingering aftertaste, true to its Riesling origins. Ideal for special occasions, it is the embodiment of sophisticated winemaking heritage. Truly, a remarkable testament of Riesling excellence.

Tasting Notes

The wine is pale yellow with youthful green hints. On the nose this wine shows a fine spiciness and pleasant aromas of white stone fruit. On the palate this wine is juicy with a long finish that ends with an exciting saltiness on the tongue. The oak is well integrated to form a powerful backbone for this wine.

About the Winery

Schloss Vollrads

Nestled in the heart of the Rhine Valley, Schloss Vollrads winery stands as one of the oldest and most prestigious vinicultural estates in Germany. Boasting a dazzling history that spans over 800 years, this time-honoured winery is steeped in tradition, exuding an elegance and charm that is simply unparalleled. The manor house, with its breathtaking architectural grace, serves as the idyllic backdrop for the magic that unfolds beneath its vine-laden rafters.

At the very heart of Schloss Vollrads lies its exceptional vineyard. Spanning a considerable 80 hectares, the acclaimed Riesling grapes are lovingly nurtured from vine to bottle in this picturesque setting. Each harvest promises meticulous attention to detail, ensuring a fine quality and unique character of wine that consistently mesmerises the palate.

The typical characteristics of the Schloss Vollrads Riesling are its fruity elegance and a refined minerality, which results from the loess and loam soils of the vineyards. However, the most impressive feature of this wine lies in its versatility, having the capacity to age beautifully for decades with a skilfully crafted balance of natural sweetness and acidity.

Visits to Schloss Vollrads offer more than just a tasting experience—it's about immersing oneself in the historical, artistically adorned rooms and basking in its story. Moreover, you're invited to partake in their many events; from music concerts, literary readings to culinary delights at their gourmet restaurant. All these events are not only aimed to show off their splendid wines but also the living history of this remarkable place.

In essence, Schloss Vollrads is a true testament to the artistry in winemaking that has flourished through the centuries. Its dedication to ensuring each bottle reflects the balance of nature, history and passion, ensures its place as a distinguished leader in the world of fine wines- making it a must-visit destination for wine enthusiasts.

https://www.schlossvollrads.com

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