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Kirchenstück Riesling Grosses Gewächs

Kirchenstück Riesling Grosses Gewächs

Kirchenstck Riesling Grosses Gewchs

Variety: Riesling • Region: Pfalz • Vineyard: Forster Kirchenstück • Soil Type: Sandy clay, clay marl, loam, limestone rubble, basalt • Fermentation & Élevage: Spontaneous fermentation in 500L barrels, left on the gross lees for 24 months

Forster Kirchenstück:
A particularly unique microclimate distinguishes the Kirchsenstück. The site is directly adjacent to the Forster Church (Kirche is German for church) and is surrounded by a knee-high sandstone wall. The warmth radiated from these constructions benefits the vines. They also direct airflow into the vineyard creating a warm, dry air current that drives out moisture and cold in the evening. The east to southeast facing vineyard is located at 120 to 140 metres a.s.l. and has a gentle 5 to 10 % slope gradient. The soils of the GL KIRCHENSTÜCK are diverse and vary from basalt and sandstone to limestone rubble and clay with a thick lay1er of clay in the middle section and a water-storing limestone plate two metres under the surface.

Info

Producer:
Vintage:
2023
Country:
Germany
Region:
Pfalz
Appellation:
Pfalz
Variety:
Riesling
Color:
White
Farming Practice:
Practicing Organic

Sizes Available

Full Bottle DE-VWN-14-23 6/750ml

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Press & Reviews

James Suckling
Score
94
Date
2024-09-12
"The complex nose of peach chutney and flint pulls you into this at first seemingly light but actually very well-structured wine. The lively acidity keeps this bright and animating on the medium-bodied palate. Long, elegant finish with a delicacy that's delightful. Drink from release."
Vinous
Score
94-96
Date
2024-09-03
"The 2023 Forster Kirchenstück Grosses Gewächs unites creaminess, ripe lemon and gentle smoke on the nose. The palate is sonorous with white clouds of oaky, subtle smoke, blending with ripe Mirabelle and bright, lemony juiciness. Ripe, pure, pristine Mirabelle flesh shines on the finish—slender, mouthwatering, pristine and long. (Bone-dry)"

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