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Weingut Dönnhoff - Nahe Kreuznacher Kahlenberg Riesling Trocken Erste Lage 2018

    Weingut Dönnhoff - Nahe Kreuznacher Kahlenberg Riesling Trocken Erste Lage 2018

    Monde • Moselle • White

    1.860,00 kr tax included
    1.860,00 kr tax included
    310,00 kr / unit
    Packaging : 6 x 75CL - Cardboard

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    Description

    THE Weingut Dönnhoff, rooted in the Nahe region in GermanyKreuznacher Kahlenberg Riesling Trocken Erste Lage is a global benchmark for its exceptional Rieslings. 2018 This is a vintage that reveals the finesse and complexity of the terroir. A wine white A dry wine of great purity, boasting striking minerality and refreshing acidity. A must-have for Riesling lovers.
    Ratings

    Ratings

    • Wine Spectator 91/100
    Notes and pairings

    Notes and pairings

    Tasting notes

    The wine is a brilliant pale yellow. On the nose, aromas of white fruits (peach, pear) mingle with delicate mineral and floral notes. The palate is lively and balanced, with refreshing acidity and a silky texture. The finish is long and persistent, marked by a saline minerality. A wine of great elegance and beautiful complexity.

    Food & wine pairings

    Perfect with seafood, grilled fish or delicate Asian cuisine.
    Producer

    Producer

    Kreuznacher Kahlenberg is a vineyard on steep, south-facing slopes, benefiting from optimal sunshine. The soil is composed of grey slate and quartzite, giving the wines a distinctive minerality. climat The climate is cool and continental, with hot summers and cold winters, promoting a slow and balanced ripening of the grapes. These ideal conditions allow for the production of Rieslings of great finesse and beautiful aromatic complexity. The Kahlenberg terroir is considered one of the best in the Nahe region, and its wines are sought after by wine lovers worldwide.

    Owner and history

    Cornelius Dönnhoff embodies the new generation at the head of this domaine A family tradition. He took over the reins from his father, Helmut Dönnhoff, an iconic figure in German winemaking. Cornelius carries on the family tradition with passion and a constant drive to improve the quality of the wines. He is considered one of the most talented winemakers of his generation, and his wines are regularly praised by international critics.

    Vinification and aging

    The grapes are hand-harvested and carefully selected. Fermentation takes place in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks to preserve the freshness and aromas of the Riesling. Aging on fine lees for several months adds complexity and texture to the wine. Bottling is carried out with light filtration to avoid altering the wine's natural character. Dönnhoff uses indigenous yeasts for fermentation, thus promoting the expression of the terroir.

    The team's opinion

    A Riesling of crystalline purity, a true jewel of the Nahe that will transport you with its minerality and length on the palate.

    • Serving temperature 8–10 °C

    • Climax 2023 à 2020

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