COLOUR
White
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2022
GRAPE
Riesling
PRODUCER
Weingut Philipp Kuhn
REGION
Pfalz
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Mid - Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Saumagen Riesling Grosses Gewächs from Weingut Philipp Kuhn is a dry white wine originating from the esteemed Saumagen vineyard in Kallstadt, Pfalz, Germany. This wine holds the VDP.Grosses Gewächs classification, signifying its origin from a single, top-tier vineyard site recognized for optimal growing conditions and adherence to strict quality standards set by the Verband Deutscher Prädikatsweingüter (VDP). Weingut Philipp Kuhn is a highly regarded estate in the Pfalz, known for its dedication to producing powerful, terroir-driven wines, with Philipp Kuhn actively involved in the winemaking and vineyard management. The Saumagen vineyard itself is celebrated as one of the most prestigious terroirs in the Pfalz, renowned for producing wines of exceptional quality and significant aging potential.
ALCOHOL
AVG. PRICE
€40
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
8-12°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Saumagen means 'pig's stomach' in German, a name given to the vineyard due to its shape and rocky soil.
Fact 02
Grosses Gewächs (GG) is the highest classification for dry German wines, akin to Grand Cru.
Fact 03
VDP.GG wines adhere to strict rules on yield, harvest, and quality control.
Fact 04
The Saumagen vineyard is characterized by its rugged, limestone-rich soil.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The production of this Saumagen Riesling Grosses Gewächs involves meticulous vineyard management and careful winemaking. Grapes are hand-harvested from the Saumagen vineyard, with strict adherence to VDP guidelines for yield and grape ripeness. Fermentation is typically controlled to preserve the wine's delicate aromas and minerality. While specific aging details vary, the aim is to craft a dry, terroir-expressive wine. The winery's approach emphasizes the purity of the fruit and the distinct character of the vineyard site.
