2016 Schloss Westerhaus Riesling G.G. 0,75 Liter

Schloss Westerhaus Riesling G.G. 2016, from Germany’s Rheinhessen, is a 100% Riesling from the estate’s limestone and loess soils. The bouquet unveils a vibrant array of green apple, lemon zest, and white peach, interwoven with wet stone and flinty minerality. The palate is medium-bodied, bone-dry with vibrant acidity, delivering flavors of citrus, stone fruit, and a pronounced mineral core, with a refined, lingering finish. Fermented spontaneously and aged in neutral oak, it reflects Schloss Westerhaus’s commitment to terroir-driven winemaking. The 2016 vintage, praised for its intensity, produced a wine of remarkable complexity, ideal for pairing with seafood, light salads, or creamy cheeses. Its concentrated fruit and mineral structure make it a collector’s treasure, showcasing Rheinhessen’s unique terroir. With excellent aging potential, this Grosses Gewächs offers enthusiasts a sophisticated expression of the region’s winemaking heritage, highlighting the estate’s precision and quality.