Riesling Kabinett 2024

Wine Description for Riesling Kabinett 2024 by Schätzel

Colour & Appearance

Pale, greenish-tinged yellow – youthful and crystal clear in the glass, exactly as one expects from a fresh Kabinett.

Nose

Kai Schätzel delivers an aromatic fireworks display here: candied lime and ripe orange meet apricot and peach. The mineral backbone is underpinned by delicate smoky and stony notes – seductive and precise in equal measure.

Palate

On the palate, the true class of this wine unfolds: the balance between sweetness and acidity is simply perfectly calibrated. Schätzel achieves the feat of combining mineral depth and complexity with effortless, almost dance-like lightness. The slender 7.0% ABV makes this Riesling the ideal companion for long summer evenings – serious enough for connoisseurs, accessible enough for any occasion.

Finish

Persistently fresh with a fine citrus note and a mineral aftertaste that invites you to take the next sip.

Terroir & Origin

From Rheinhessen, a region that has long since proven it can do far more than Liebfraumilch. Kai Schätzel belongs to the new generation of winemakers who are consistently unlocking the potential of this underrated wine region.

Grape Variety & Vinification

Classic Riesling in the Kabinett category – the lightest Prädikat level, which truly shines at this low alcohol content and delicate residual sweetness. A VDP.Gutswein that demonstrates what quality at entry level can mean.

Food Pairing Recommendations

Excellent with Asian cuisine, particularly Thai curries or Vietnamese summer rolls. Also a delight with goat’s cheese, smoked trout or simply apple cake in the afternoon.

Special Features

The combination of complexity and drinkability at just 7% alcohol is remarkable. A wine that proves Kabinett Rieslings are undeservedly overshadowed by the great Gewächse – magnificent!