Certified-organic Grand Cru Riesling from the Muenchberg vineyard in Nothalten. Old vines, indigenous-yeast ferment, aged on lees and bottled unfiltered with no added SO2 for a layered, smoky-citrus, saline style.
The Muenchberg Grand Cru, in Nothalten, takes its name from the 12th century Cistercian monks who used to meticulously work the southern exposed slope. The croissant-shaped vineyard is a suntrap over sandstone and volcanic deposits. Slowly and directly pressed, the wine stays on its lees for a year in traditional foudres, and is racked once during élevage, bottling is made without any filtration or added sulphur. This is a layered and complex style of riesling full of savoury and umami notes. Its an absolute gem.
