COLOUR
White
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2022
GRAPE
Riesling
PRODUCER
Weingut Gunderloch
REGION
Rheinhessen
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Gunderloch Nackenheim Riesling Erste Lage 2022 originates from the Nackenheimer Rothenberg vineyard, a steep site with iron-rich red slate soil. This is the sixth generation of the Gunderloch family to manage this historic estate, which is committed to expressing the unique terroir of its vineyards. The winery has embraced organic farming practices, beginning certification in 2022, and was an early adopter of screwcap closures for its entire portfolio. The Nackenheimer Rothenberg vineyard is considered a top site and the estate's home vineyard, contributing to the wine's distinctive character.
ALCOHOL
12.5%
AVG. PRICE
€23
STYLE
Classic
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
When to drink
Later
Ideal temperature
8-10°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Home vineyard: Nackenheimer Rothenberg is Gunderloch's 'home vineyard'.
Fact 02
Red slate soil: Rich in iron, it gives the wine its distinctive character.
Fact 03
Organic farming: Gunderloch began its organic certification process in 2022.
Fact 04
Pioneering screwcaps: Gunderloch was the first German winery to adopt screwcaps for its entire range.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The grapes for this Riesling are hand-harvested and undergo a few days of maceration before pressing. Fermentation is spontaneous, occurring in large oak barrels (Stückfässer) without pre-clarification, and is carried through to complete dryness. The wine is then aged in these large wooden barrels. Weingut Gunderloch's approach prioritizes minimal intervention, allowing the wine to develop naturally and express its vineyard origin. The winery has also been an innovator, being the first in Germany to adopt screwcap closures for its entire range.
