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Wagner-Stempel 2012 Riesling Trocken (Dry), Rheinhessen, QbA

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Item Number: 6633

UPC: 0767946605019

Country: Germany
Region: Rheinhessen Sub Region:
Estate Grown Wine: Yes
Vintage: 2012
Grape(s): 100% Riesling
Type: Wine - White
Bottle Size: 750ml Pack: 12
Closure: Screwcap
Alc by Vol(%): 12.5
Viticulture: Certified Organic


Winemaking Notes: The estate is 12.5 hectares in the westernmost district of Rheinhessen, and it is home to very grape-friendly volcanic soils. Wagner does his harvests by hand and his clarification by gravity.

Tasting Notes: Golden yellow in color with aromas of tropical fruit, minerality, salt water, and passion fruit.

Food Pairing: Mahi Mahi Fish Tacos with Chipotle Slaw and Roasted Pineapple Sauce

About the Rheinhessen: Large and varied region in Germany stretching from Bodenheim to the outskirts of Worms that often produces wine in bulk. Its most famous vineyards are in the red shale soils of Nierstein, with excellent eastern exposure on the Rhine. Its hills to the west protect it from excessive rain and wine. Aromas of peach, citrus, and smoky meats characterize these Riesling wines. To the north, the district of Ingelheim makes notable Spatburgunder/Pinot Noir. The region’s highest vineyards are in the “Rheinhessian Switzerland.” A significant number of Germany’s organic and biodynamic winemaking has come from the Rheinhessen. There are over 400 individual vineyard sites in the region. Muller-Thurgau is the most widely grown grape, but increasingly you’ll find more red varietals. Read more on the Rheinhessen wine region.

Reviews
Wagner-Stempel 2012 Riesling Trocken (Dry), Rheinhessen, QbA
Rating: 89

Ripe citrus and glazed apricot flavors gives this good lift, showing plenty of minerality midpalate. Very spicy on the crisp finish, with lingering notes of lemon curd. Drink now through 2017. 3,000 cases made. - K.M.

- The Wine Spectator (3/31/2014)