COLOUR
White
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2023
GRAPE
Riesling
PRODUCER
Weingut Leitz
REGION
Rheingau
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Leitz Magic Mountain Rüdesheimer Riesling Trocken is a dry white wine from Weingut Leitz in the Rheingau, Germany. The wine's name is inspired by Thomas Mann's novel. It is cultivated on the steep Rüdesheimer Berg vineyard site, known for its quartzite and loess loam soils. Weingut Leitz is a historic estate with a family legacy dating back to 1744, now led by Johannes Leitz, who has guided the winery to international recognition. Their winemaking philosophy emphasizes minimal intervention to showcase the typicity of the site and grape.
ALCOHOL
12.5%
AVG. PRICE
€19
STYLE
Classic
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
8-10°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Named after Thomas Mann's famous novel, 'The Magic Mountain'.
Fact 02
Grown on steep slopes in Rüdesheim, a prime Rheingau vineyard site.
Fact 03
Weingut Leitz has a winemaking history dating back to 1744.
Fact 04
The winery practices sustainable farming, avoiding herbicides on steep slopes.
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Leitz Magic Mountain Rüdesheimer Riesling Trocken is produced from 100% Riesling grapes grown on the Rüdesheimer Berg. The winemaking process involves spontaneous fermentation using natural and pure yeasts, primarily in stainless steel tanks. After fermentation, the wine is aged for six months in large, old oak barrels. Weingut Leitz employs sustainable viticultural practices, including a focus on low yields and the avoidance of herbicides on steep vineyard sites. The estate's winemaking philosophy emphasizes minimal intervention to highlight the unique characteristics of the terroir and the grape.
