COLOUR
White
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2023
GRAPE
Riesling
PRODUCER
Weingut Dönnhoff
REGION
Nahe
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Hermannshöhle Riesling GG 2023 from Weingut Dönnhoff originates from the VDP.GROSSE LAGE® Hermannshöhle in Niederhausen, Nahe, Germany. This dry Riesling is a product of a historic vineyard site, known for its unique soil composition of blackish-grey slate, porphyry, and limestone. The vineyard's steep, south-facing slope and old vines contribute to the wine's character. Weingut Dönnhoff is a family-owned estate with a long history, focusing on expressing the purity of its terroirs through meticulous vineyard management and precise winemaking. The 2023 vintage experienced varied weather, with late-season dry conditions aiding ripening, resulting in wines noted for their elegance and mineral detail.
ALCOHOL
13.0%
AVG. PRICE
€95
STYLE
Classic
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
When to drink
Later
Ideal temperature
10-12°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Hermannshöhle vineyard is considered the Nahe's top-ranked site.
Fact 02
Vineyard soils are a mix of slate, porphyry, and limestone.
Fact 03
Average vine age is over 65 years, some up to 75.
Fact 04
The vineyard's name may relate to ancient worship sites.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Hermannshöhle Riesling GG is produced from grapes fermented in a mix of stainless steel and neutral, 10+ year-old 1200L German oak *stückfass*. Following fermentation, the wine undergoes aging on full lees for a minimum of six months, followed by an additional two months on fine lees in large oak barrels. The vineyard practices emphasize low yields, with meticulous sorting of grapes during harvest, particularly noted for the 2023 vintage due to varied weather conditions. The estate employs sustainable farming methods.
