COLOUR
White
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2025
GRAPE
100% Riesling
PRODUCER
Weingut Alexander Gysler
REGION
Rheinhessen
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Sandstein Riesling trocken from Weingut Alexander Gysler is a dry white wine from the Rheinhessen region of Germany, made exclusively from 100% Riesling grapes. The wine's name, 'Sandstein,' directly references the distinctive red sandstone soils (Rotliegendes) of the Weinheim vineyards, which impart a notable minerality. Alexander Gysler, who took over the family estate, champions biodynamic viticulture, holding both organic and Demeter certifications. His winemaking philosophy centers on minimal intervention, aiming to capture the purity and authentic expression of the terroir. The grapes are hand-harvested from vineyards located in cooler mesoclimates, contributing to the wine's vibrant character. This approach results in a wine that is both a reflection of its origin and a testament to sustainable farming practices.
ALCOHOL
12.5%
AVG. PRICE
€18
STYLE
Natural
VEGAN
YES
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
9-9°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Named 'Sandstein' for the red sandstone soils it grows on.
Fact 02
Certified biodynamic by Demeter.
Fact 03
Spontaneously fermented with native yeasts.
Fact 04
A contemporary example of a dry German Riesling.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Sandstein Riesling trocken is produced using a minimalist approach focused on purity and authenticity. Grapes are hand-harvested and undergo spontaneous fermentation with native yeasts in stainless steel tanks. Following fermentation, the wine is aged for six months on its full lees in stainless steel, remaining unoaked. The wine is bottled with light filtration and is unfined. This method emphasizes the natural expression of the Riesling grape and the unique terroir of the sandstone soils, reflecting the winery's commitment to biodynamic and organic farming principles.