Riesling „Im Sonnenschein“ GG 2022

Wine Description for Riesling „Im Sonnenschein“ GG 2022 from Ökonomierat Rebholz

Colour & Appearance

Luminous lemon yellow with brilliant golden reflections – a visual promise of elegance and precision.

Nose

Rebholz in its purest form: ethereal, filigree, almost floating. White peach, nashi pear and mirabelle plum unfold with subtle intensity. Bergamot and kaffir lime leaves provide citrus freshness, whilst an impressive herbal spice of eucalyptus, mint and lemon balm enhances the ethereal dimension. Joined by thyme, sage and fine vegetal notes of pea and fennel – an aromatic cosmos of remarkable coherence.

Palate

Here the true nature of this Grosses Gewächs reveals itself: a long-distance runner with enormous potential. The phenolics build massive yet noble pressure, densely woven and tightly structured. The acidity snaps precisely like a lasso – pure breeding. The duel between fruit and acidity is electrifying, invigorating, almost athletic. Chalky minerality acts like the proverbial salt in the soup. Currently the herbal and ethereal aromas dominate, but experience teaches: with maturity the fruit will gain presence. Lean, eminently drinkable, yet full of density and complexity.

Finish

Long, precise, with vibrating acidity and an echo of herbal spice and stony minerality.

Terroir & Origin

The „Im Sonnenschein“ vineyard site in Siebeldingen belongs to the top parcels of the southern Palatinate. Calcareous soils shape the mineral character and taut structure of this Riesling.

Grape Variety & Vinification

Classic Riesling in the dry Rebholz style: precise work in the vineyard, restrained maturation that gives the terroir space. At 12.5% alcohol, moderate and elegant.

Food Pairing Recommendations

Steamed parsnip with sage-basil oil, pan-fried red snapper with artichoke hearts or wild herb salad with grilled lobster – the wine demands finesse on the plate, herbs, delicate vegetable aromas and noble fish or seafood.

Special Features

A prime example of the Rebholz philosophy: patience is rewarded. This 2022 is already fascinating now, but will gain depth and harmony over the next 10-15 years.