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2022 Gunderloch Nierstein Pettenthal Riesling Grosses Gewachs Rheinhessen, Germany
$79.99
(2.5g RS/7.5g acid/12.5% alc) A site made famous by many winemakers in the region, the Niersteiner Pettenthal is a finer soil than Rothenberg, more pebbly with broken rocks and less geological compression. The wines from here tend to be more tensile, more filigreed, lighter on their feet, yet resolutely firm and lasting as well. It’s a GREAT combination! The nose is tight and clean, intriguing for its intense coconut scent this year along with savory and exotic aromas like licorice and black olive paste.... The mouthfeel is tart, energetic, and exciting, propelling a cascade of juicy citrus fruits over the tongue in the finale. That quality keeps the wine---which possesses ample material in dense and deep layers---from ever becoming ponderous. It is, in short, a great Pettenthal, destined for long life and profound food pairings. Riesling Grosses Gewachs Rheinhessen, Germany
Specs
- Country Germany
- Region Rheinhessen
- Style White Wine
- Producer Gunderloch
- Farming Practices Organic
- Grapes Riesling
- Food Pairings Roast White Meats, Fresh Seafood, White Sauce, Spicy, Crunchy Greens, Fried Food, Aperitif
- Characteristics Flexes w/ Food, Dressed to Impress, Aromatic, Zippy, Big Power
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A Trip to Germany
In July I went to Germany for the first time, spending almost the entire trip in the Mosel – seeing places I’ve only read about, connecting familiar faces to their home turf and, celebrating 10 years of inspired work by importer vom Boden.
With a swath of German new arrivals landing, too, it felt like a good time to reflect on the 2022 vintage, share some takeaways from the trip and share details on our next in-person event. - Chris