COLOUR
White
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2018
GRAPE
Riesling
PRODUCER
Weingut Karl Schaefer
REGION
Pfalz
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Medium - sweet
Acidity
High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Karl Schaefer Dürkheimer Spielberg Riesling 2018 is a VDP.Erste Lage wine from the Pfalz region of Germany. It originates from the Dürkheimer Spielberg vineyard, recognized for its calcareous Muschelkalk soils. The 'Schöne Anna' designation is a historical tribute to Anna Bergner, a local personality. Weingut Karl Schaefer, established in 1843, is a family-run estate committed to organic viticulture and expressing the distinctiveness of its vineyard sites. The winery is a founding member of the VDP.
ALCOHOL
12.5%
AVG. PRICE
€15
STYLE
Classic
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
8-10°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
The 'Schöne Anna' name honors Anna Bergner, a historical innkeeper and cookbook author.
Fact 02
The Dürkheimer Spielberg vineyard is terraced, maximizing sun exposure.
Fact 03
Weingut Karl Schaefer practices organic farming.
Fact 04
The vineyard's Muschelkalk soil is rich in calcareous deposits.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
Weingut Karl Schaefer produces this Riesling through fermentation in either stainless steel tanks or wooden barrels. The wine undergoes extended aging on its gross lees, a process that contributes to its texture and complexity. The winery practices organic farming, emphasizing manual labor, careful soil management, and the preservation of the natural ecosystem. Harvest timing is managed to ensure optimal ripeness and acidity.
