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Riesling Maximum Alte Reben 2020
It takes decades for the vines to grow into a mighty, gnarled stature and for their roots to have penetrated the deepest cracks and crevices of the crystalline rock soils. Our Maximum is sourced from a carefully selected collection of these ancient vines that are growing in the historic terraced vineyards of Langenlois. Their yields are extremely low, resulting in exceptionally concentrated grapes. The valuable fruits are harvested, when they have fully ripened to a golden hue. Before bottling, the wine matures for at least two full winters on the lees. This gives rise to a dense and brimming-with-juice Riesling, pushing the limits of concentration and grape variety to the Maximum.
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Vinification
From up to 80-year-old vines. The fully ripe grapes were selectively hand-harvested at the end of October and beginning of November in multiple passes and later destemmed and gently crushed. After several hours of maceration, they were gently pressed with low pressure. Fermented in stainless-steel tank and oak barrel, then aged on the lees for three winters. Bottled in Februar 2022, during high atmospheric pressure and the waxing moon phase. 100% artisanal.
Wine description
Attractive bouquet of white tropical fruit and fresh peach, with hints of passion fruit and a multi-layered aromatic profile. Juicy and elegant, with delicate fruit sweetness counterbalanced by vibrant acidity, saline on the finish, with lingering notes of lime. Persistent on the palate, with good aging potential.
Alcohol
13 % vol
Ageing potential
15 years +
Serving temperature
Chilled, approx. 12°C