Riesling Réserve vom Kalkstein trocken “Treasure Collection” 2020

Tasting Note for Riesling Réserve vom Kalkstein trocken “Treasure Collection” 2020 by Battenfeld-Spanier

Colour & Appearance

Radiant, intense golden yellow.

Nose

On the nose, it reveals a cool, fascinating fruit intensity of juicy peach, apricot and mirabelle plum, backed by fresh citrus fruit. Decadent notes of wildflowers, gorse, a hint of hay and delicate dry pastries lend it a complex, multi-layered dimension.

Palate

The palate erupts with a crystal-clear, cool freshness driven by a focused acidic structure. The mouthfeel is characterised by a taut drive, distinct salinity and a re-emergence of fresh peach.

Finish

A long-lasting, cool finish packed with tension, lemon and mineral tartness.

Terroir & Origin

The grapes stem from a meticulous selection from the limestone slopes of the Wonnegau around Hohen-Sülzen as well as from the Zellertal. The pure limestone soil imparts the Riesling with its taut, lean texture and the salinity in the finish.

Grape Variety & Vinification

Selectively hand-harvested, this Riesling underwent spontaneous fermentation and maturation in large traditional old oak casks (Doppelstückfässer), where the wine was allowed to rest on its lees (“sur lie”) well into spring. The winery’s core principles strictly follow a biodynamic philosophy.

Food Pairings

This structured Riesling calls for ocean-fresh dishes and pairs brilliantly with delicate crustaceans or poached fish.

Key Features

An excellent Late Release from the Treasure Collection: Following its time on the lees, the wine matured under optimal conditions in the underground ageing cellar completed by Hans Oliver Spanier in 2020, releasing it onto the market at the precise moment of its perfect drinking window.