COLOUR
White
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2021
GRAPE
Riesling
PRODUCER
Weingut Peter Jakob Kühn
REGION
Rheingau
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
High
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
Mid - Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Weingut Peter Jakob Kühn Jungfer GG Trocken 2021 is a dry Riesling from the esteemed Rheingau region of Germany. It originates from the Jungfer vineyard, a site recognized for its exceptional quality. The wine is produced by Weingut Peter Jakob Kühn, a family-run estate with a long history dating back to 1786, currently managed by the eleventh generation. The estate is deeply committed to biodynamic viticulture, emphasizing a philosophy of minimal intervention to allow the vineyard's unique terroir to express itself fully. As a GG (Grosses Gewächs), it represents a classification for top-tier dry wines from specific, highly regarded vineyard sites within the VDP system.
ALCOHOL
12.0%
AVG. PRICE
€63
STYLE
Natural
SULPHITES
YES
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
10-12°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
This wine is classified as a GG (Grosses Gewächs), signifying top-tier dry wines from Germany's best vineyard sites.
Fact 02
The Kühn family has been making wine for over 230 years, spanning eleven generations.
Fact 03
The estate practices biodynamic farming, treating the vineyard as a living ecosystem.
Fact 04
The Jungfer vineyard is known for its unique soil composition, contributing to the wine's distinct character.
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
Weingut Peter Jakob Kühn employs biodynamic farming practices in their vineyards, emphasizing a holistic approach to viticulture. In the cellar, the winemaking philosophy centers on minimal intervention, allowing the natural processes to guide the transformation of grape must into wine. This approach prioritizes the expression of the vineyard's unique terroir. Specific details on fermentation vessels, temperatures, yeast types, and aging processes are not provided, but the overall methodology is geared towards preserving the natural character of the Riesling grapes.
