Riesling Schlehdorn PJK.Unikat 2021

Wine description for Riesling Schlehdorn PJK.Unikat 2021 from Peter Jakob Kühn

Colour & appearance

Pale straw yellow with greenish reflections, crystal clear and impressively brilliant. The viscosity already reveals the density and concentration of this remarkable Riesling.

Nose

A fascinating bouquet of exceptional precision. Ripe citrus fruits meet Stone fruitThe flavours are underpinned by mineral notes of wet slate and a hint of wild herbs. The biodynamic approach is evident in the complexity and purity of the flavours - nothing seems contrived, everything flows organically into one another.

Palate

The true greatness of this unique wine is revealed on the palate. Taut and focussed with a vibrant acid structure that gives the wine backbone and length. The moderate residual sweetness is perfectly integrated and balances the lively acidity. The finish is impressively long, mineral and characterised by salty precision - a fingerprint of the Rheingau terroir in its purest form.

General information

Peter Jakob Kühn is one of the pioneers of biodynamic winemaking in Germany. The winery has been working according to Demeter guidelines since 2004, with the aim of authentically expressing the vitality of the soil and the individuality of each vineyard. The Schlehdorn 2021 is a prime example of this philosophy - a wine that was not made, but rather carefully accompanied.

Food pairing suggestions

This multi-layered Riesling harmonises excellently with fried sea bass, Scallops or Lobster. Also to Dishes with Asian influencesespecially with Lemon grass and Gingerit makes a congenial partner. For vegetarians we recommend Asparagus with hollandaise or Risotto with porcini mushrooms.

Special features

The 2021 vintage presented the winegrowers in the Rheingau with considerable challenges, but it is precisely under these conditions that the mastery of Peter Jakob Kühn is evident. Biodynamic cultivation has resulted in a wine that shows impressive balance and depth despite - or perhaps because of - the difficult vintage. This Riesling will continue to develop over the next 10-15 years, revealing ever new facets. A authentic expression of the Rheingau terroir and a shining example for the future of German viticulture.