COLOUR
White
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2023
GRAPE
Riesling
PRODUCER
Weingut Eckehart Gröhl
REGION
Rheinhessen
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Light
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Gröhl Riesling is a white wine from Weingut Eckehart Gröhl, a family estate with a history dating back to 1625 in the Rheinhessen region of Germany. The vines are grown on loess and limestone soils, contributing to the wine's character. The winery is committed to organic farming practices. This wine represents the 13th generation of winemaking from the Gröhl family, with Johannes and Franziska Gröhl at the helm, who express a particular passion for Riesling.
ALCOHOL
11.5%
AVG. PRICE
€11
STYLE
Classic
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
8-12°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
The Gröhl family has been making wine for over 390 years.
Fact 02
The winery is transitioning to 100% organic farming.
Fact 03
Johannes Gröhl was named 'Newcomer of the Year 2023' by Falstaff magazine.
Fact 04
The estate cultivates vineyards on famous Roter Hang sites.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The production of Gröhl Riesling involves the careful harvesting of Riesling grapes from vineyards situated on loess and limestone soils in Rheinhessen. Following harvest, the grapes undergo fermentation, with winemaking techniques focused on preserving the varietal's characteristic fruitiness and acidity. The wine is then stabilized and bottled, typically with a short aging period to maintain its freshness. The Weingut Eckehart Gröhl family's approach is rooted in a commitment to quality and sustainable viticulture, aiming to reflect the unique character of their vineyard sites.
