An unconventional winemaking journey: 48 hours of skin maceration to extract color and structure, followed by spontaneous fermentation in barrique. After 13 months of aging in wood, it is hand-bottled without fining or filtration. The result is a pure, tactile wine with a clear and unmistakable signature.
| Serving Temperature | 10° – 12° C |
|---|---|
| Vineyard Origin | Rheingau, Germany (from selected plots) |
| Harvest | Manual, late September/early October |
| Vinification | 48-hour skin maceration. Spontaneous fermentation in used barriques. |
| Aging | 13 months in used barriques (second/third passage) on its fine lees. |
| Bottling | Manual, without fining, without filtration. |
Tasting Notes
- Nose: Opens with intense notes of yellow-fleshed fruit (peach, apricot) and mirabelle plum, enriched by an elegant and subtle buttery volume granted by the barrique aging.
- Palate: Reveals depth and structure. The delicate fruit merges with a vibrant acidity (5.9 g/l) that sustains the sip, guiding it toward a long and persistent finish, where hints of honey emerge. The balance between fruity power, subtle complexity, and mineral freshness is masterful.
Recommended Pairings
Thanks to its structure and light woody volume, it pairs beautifully with rich and savory dishes: roast pork with mustard sauce, roast duck, sautéed mushrooms, semi-hard cheeses, and mild blue cheeses. Also excellent for wine meditation.
Why Choose It
For its pure authenticity and its courageous structure. The Krieger is the expression of a modern Riesling that is not afraid to show its tactile complexity and deep fruity identity. It is the ideal choice for natural wine enthusiasts and for those wishing to discover a new and fascinating face of German Riesling.
