COLOUR
White
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2023
GRAPE
Riesling
PRODUCER
Van Volxem
REGION
Mosel
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
High
Finish
Intensity
Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Van Volxem Saar Riesling is a dry white wine from Germany's Mosel region, specifically the Saar sub-region. Produced by Weingut Van Volxem, it is made from 100% Riesling grapes. The estate has a long history, with Roman Niewodniczanski leading a significant revival since 2000. The grapes are sourced from steep slate slopes in the Saar, with vines averaging over 30 years old. The soils are predominantly Devonian slate with volcanic components. The winery practices organic farming and hand-picks grapes at a late harvest. This wine is recognized for its distinct minerality and elegant acidity, characteristic of the Saar terroir.
ALCOHOL
12.0%
AVG. PRICE
€20
STYLE
Classic
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
8-10°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Vineyards average over 30 years old.
Fact 02
Soils are a mix of slate, rhyolite, and quartz porphyry.
Fact 03
Grapes are hand-picked at late harvest.
Fact 04
Winery practices organic farming.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Van Volxem Saar Riesling is produced using 100% Riesling grapes. Fermentation takes place with indigenous yeasts in stainless steel tanks and occasionally oak barrels. The wine undergoes a period of maturation on its lees for several months, ranging from 4 to 7 months. Malolactic fermentation is intentionally avoided. Bottling is performed without clarification, preserving the wine's natural character. The grapes are sourced from vineyards with an average vine age of over 30 years, planted on steep slate slopes.
