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Wine Description for Riesling Hippie 72 Limited Edition 2024 by Barnert & Drewitz
- Character
- The Hippie 72 Limited Edition is a dry Riesling with moderate alcohol content that embodies the philosophy of Barnert & Drewitz: authentic, unconventional and with a clear sense of origin. At 11.5% vol., this wine deliberately positions itself in the lighter spectrum and champions elegance over opulence. The name playfully references the hippie era and points to a wine that stands against the mainstream – a statement for naturalness and artisanal independence.
- Terroir & Origin
- The Hessische Bergstraße is Germany’s smallest wine region and benefits from an exceptionally mild climate that was already appreciated by the Romans. The region between Darmstadt and Heidelberg offers mineral-rich soils composed of granite, gneiss and loess, which lend Riesling a characteristic tension. The warm microclimate of the Bergstraße enables a long, even ripening whilst preserving the vibrant acidity that makes Riesling here so precise and expressive.
- Grape Variety & Vinification
- Riesling finds ideal conditions at the Hessische Bergstraße: the combination of warmth and mineral-rich soils produces wines of crystalline clarity. Barnert & Drewitz work with an approach that favours minimal intervention. The moderate alcohol content suggests a deliberately earlier harvest or cooler vineyard sites – a sign of a style that prioritises freshness and drinkability over concentration. The Limited Edition underscores the experimental character of this winery, which is unafraid to forge its own path.
- Food Pairing Suggestions
- A versatile companion that pairs equally well with light summer dishes and Asian cuisine with moderate spice. Classically, it harmonises with asparagus, goat’s cheese or trout. The vibrant acidity makes it an ideal partner for sushi or Vietnamese summer rolls. This Riesling also shows its strengths alongside flammkuchen or fresh salads with citrus dressing.
