Gunderloch Jean-Baptiste Riesling Kabinett 2022

"Riesling estate bottled from old vines unites all particularities of Nik Weis: grown on different kinds of slate, this wine comes from old vineyards in the Saar valley and was fermented with indigenous yeasts in stainless steel tanks in order to keep the fine and elegant body. The nose is rather fruity and floral, while the elegant mouthfeel is dominated by fresh and fine flavors of ripe stone fruits such as peaches and yellow plums. The minerality of the slate soils delivers a salty and spicy character that goes perfectly along with the lively acidity and delicate medium sweetness." —winemaker

"Sourced from Gunderloch's three grand cru sites (Rothenberg, Pettenthal, Hipping), spontaneously fermented and vinified in steel. Red slate (roten schiefer) coats the tongue and flourishes its herbal, spice-scented signature. 12hrs of skin contact also lends the wine a touch of tannin and phenolic tension that makes this a bracing, refreshing experience." —winemaker

"Ripe vineyard peaches and citrus on the nose, underscored by wild aromas of spontaneous fermentation and fine yeasty spice. Perfect balance of ripe fruit and acidity on the palate. Puristic style. A classic "Rhine Riesling" that carries the lightness, elegance and minerality of the limestone floors." —winemaker

"This wine appears like a ballerina due to its elegant body, great flow and aromatic balance. Smoky and floral hints of elder flower, lilac and chamomile connect with citrus fruits and flavors of wild herbs and woodruff." —winemaker

"This starts out fruity and intense on the palate, then finishes seemingly drier than usual. Very pleasing with great tension and better "snap" than you'd expect, this is exciting to drink." —winemaker