Riesling „Ganz Horn“ GG 2022

Wine Description for Riesling „Ganz Horn“ GG 2022 by Ökonomierat Rebholz

Colour & Appearance

Pale, sparkling golden yellow in the glass – a promising opening for this Großes Gewächs from the Palatinate.

Nose

Impressively multi-layered and engaging. A kaleidoscope of citrus fruits – oranges, limes – combines with ripe peach. Beneath this, a compact spice layer: ginger, fresh lemon balm, sage. Yeasty notes and a distinctly smoky-mineral component lend the wine remarkable depth and coolness. With air, the complexity unfolds further.

Palate

Slender, yet by no means lightweight. The wine practically dances across the tongue – juicy, powerful, yet remarkably light-footed. The citrus aromas are accompanied by peach, orange and young pineapple, whilst a dry grapefruit note provides tension. The moderate alcohol of just 12.5% promotes a wonderful drinking flow, without the wine lacking substance. Remarkable elegance coupled with depth.

Finish

Long, mineral and cool on the close. The smoky notes of the terroir return and leave a sustained, vibrant impression.

Terroir & Origin

The vineyard site „Ganz Horn“ in Siebeldingen’s „Im Sonnenschein“ is a protected south-facing slope at 175 m elevation. The geologically young soil of Pleistocene gravel – a mixture of Buntsandstein, gravel, loam and pure quartz crystals – fundamentally shapes the mineral character of this Riesling. The VDP.GROSSE LAGE benefits from the unique geology of the Queichtal.

Grape Variety & Vinification

Riesling in pure form. Selective hand-harvesting, destemming, 24-hour skin contact. Spontaneous fermentation in stainless steel tank, five months on full lees. Biodynamic viticulture – even the quartz crystals of the vineyard are processed into preparation 501.

Food Pairing Suggestions

Monkfish with orange and pumpkin seed crust, veal fillet in herb coat with parsnips, onsen egg on smoked potato cream. Also excellent with Asian dishes featuring ginger and lemongrass.

Special Features

This wine is a test of patience. Already accessible now, it will reveal its full splendour with age. Those who drink it young: by all means decant it several hours beforehand. Rebholz proves once again why the estate ranks among the absolute top producers of the Palatinate.