COLOUR
White
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2015
GRAPE
Riesling
PRODUCER
Weingüter Wegeler
REGION
Rheingau
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Geheimrat J Riesling Spätlese Trocken from Weingüter Wegeler, vintage 2015, is a dry white wine from Germany's Rheingau region. The 'Geheimrat J' designation signifies a wine of exceptional quality, produced only in vintages where the quality surpasses that of 'Erste Gewächse' (First Growths). The 'Spätlese Trocken' classification indicates that the wine is made from late-harvested grapes, fermented to dryness. Weingüter Wegeler is a family-owned winery established in 1882, now in its fourth generation, known for its holdings in top Rheingau vineyards and its role in initiating the 'Erste Gewächse' classification.
ALCOHOL
12.5%
AVG. PRICE
€329
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
YES
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
8-12°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
The 'J' in Geheimrat J is pronounced 'jot'.
Fact 02
This wine is considered a 'Schatzkammer-Wein' (treasure chamber wine).
Fact 03
It's a back-vintage release, allowing for further bottle development.
Fact 04
Weingüter Wegeler was a VDP initiator for 'Erste Gewächse'.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Geheimrat J Riesling Spätlese Trocken is produced from late-harvested Riesling grapes (Spätlese) that are meticulously hand-harvested. The winemaking process focuses on fermenting these ripe grapes to complete dryness, a key technique for this style of wine. Following fermentation, the wine may undergo maturation on fine lees to enhance complexity. The producer's philosophy emphasizes capturing the essential characteristics of dry Riesling through precise winemaking, with farming practices designed to respect the natural ecosystem.
