COLOUR
White
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2022
GRAPE
Riesling
PRODUCER
Weingut Van Volxem
REGION
Mosel
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
High
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
Mid - Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Weingut Van Volxem, located in the historic town of Wiltingen on the Saar, is one of Germany's most prestigious estates. Led by Roman Niewodniczanski, the estate focuses on restoring the Saar's reputation for producing world-class, terroir-driven Rieslings. The Ockfener Bockstein is a legendary steep, south-facing vineyard characterized by Devonian slate soils, which impart a distinct mineral character. This Grosses Gewächs (Grand Cru) represents the pinnacle of dry Riesling from this historic site, showcasing the unique microclimate and ancient soils of the Saar.
ALCOHOL
12.0%
AVG. PRICE
€40
STYLE
Classic
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
10-12°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
The Ockfener Bockstein is a steep, south-facing amphitheater vineyard with slopes up to 60% incline.
Fact 02
Owner Roman Niewodniczanski is a passionate historian who meticulously researches old Prussian vineyard classification maps.
Fact 03
Van Volxem utilizes traditional 1,000-liter oak casks called 'Fuder' to age their premium dry Rieslings.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The grapes are harvested by hand from old vines in the steep Ockfener Bockstein vineyard. Vinification follows traditional, low-intervention methods. Fermentation occurs spontaneously using indigenous yeasts in large, neutral oak casks (Fuder) and stainless steel tanks. The wine is aged on its fine lees for several months to build texture, complexity, and stability, without the use of artificial fining agents.
