Nahetal, Nahe, Germany
This is one of the perfect wines to introduce those not in the know to German Riesling. From Nahe, this is a balance between acid, sweetness and minerality which creates an inspiring tension of the roundness of red apple, orange, lemon and lime and the sheer verve of stones and off-dry character. Brilliant! Highly recommended to make your friends fans of complex German Riesling
This is one of the perfect wines to introduce those not in the know to German Riesling. From Nahe, this is a balance between acid, sweetness and minerality which creates an inspiring tension of the roundness of red apple, orange, lemon and lime and the sheer verve of stones and off-dry character. Brilliant! Highly recommended to make your friends fans of complex German Riesling
May 29th, 2022
hogshead wine had some insights on this wine, which i found to be accurate and informative: "The 2010 Riesling Quarzit, which is from the vintage remarkably high in both acidity and sugar, took several days to settle down and reveal itself. Now that I am drinking a bit more Riesling I have noticed the use of “sponti” in the notes of both Terry Theise and Lyle Fass. This is a term used to describe the wild or stinky aromas in a Riesling due to the fermentation with indigenous yeasts. This bottle definitely exhibited sponti so if you want to experience this aroma then that is reason alone to buy this bottle! ... There was a brighter start with ample acidity, a slight Pilsner note (sponti from the natural yeast) before the residual sugar came out midpalate, followed by tart fruit in the finish. After two days the wine became integrated as it revealed tart white fruit which prickled the tip of the tongue then put on weight as freshly focused yellow fruit came out."
hogshead wine had some insights on this wine, which i found to be accurate and informative: "The 2010 Riesling Quarzit, which is from the vintage remarkably high in both acidity and sugar, took several days to settle down and reveal itself. Now that I am drinking a bit more Riesling I have noticed the use of “sponti” in the notes of both Terry Theise and Lyle Fass. This is a term used to describe the wild or stinky aromas in a Riesling due to the fermentation with indigenous yeasts. This bottle definitely exhibited sponti so if you want to experience this aroma then that is reason alone to buy this bottle! ... There was a brighter start with ample acidity, a slight Pilsner note (sponti from the natural yeast) before the residual sugar came out midpalate, followed by tart fruit in the finish. After two days the wine became integrated as it revealed tart white fruit which prickled the tip of the tongue then put on weight as freshly focused yellow fruit came out."
1 person found it helpfulFeb 20th, 2014
Big sweet fruit upfront, a wine of pleasure but not much depth or structure. But satisfying.
Big sweet fruit upfront, a wine of pleasure but not much depth or structure. But satisfying.
Apr 28th, 2015
My favorite Nahe producer!
My favorite Nahe producer!
Mar 8th, 2014
Lime steely searingly high acidity, low alcohol. Off dry. Called it a Mosel Riesling.
Lime steely searingly high acidity, low alcohol. Off dry. Called it a Mosel Riesling.
Oct 9th, 2022
Not shy about being off dry. One of my go-tos for this style. Always exquisitely balanced, zippy and pristine.
Not shy about being off dry. One of my go-tos for this style. Always exquisitely balanced, zippy and pristine.
May 7th, 2024
