Weingut Keller
Kirchspiel Riesling GG
Rheinhessen, Germany
Le Phébus x Applewood Manor (Night 1)
Le Phébus x Applewood Manor (Night 1)
Feb 11th, 2023
There was a sense of disappointment with each waft of petrol aroma from the glass. It just shouldn’t be there in a Riesling this young, and especially in one from KP. Clearly the journey taken by this bottle hasn’t been the kindest on its condition. Nevertheless, the DNA of KP’s Kirchspiel still shone through - the regal elegance, palpable minerality, and youthful tannic tartness. Discounting the infuriating petrol note, it was all ripe citrus fruits, herbs, chalk, salt, chalk, salt, chalk and more salt. It was just so mineral, and even more so on day two! I do like it, but I can’t help but feel robbed of the full enjoyment of this wine due to the petrol notes (doubly so when you consider how long I’ve craved for KP’s wines - nearly a year since my last fix). Onwards to a better bottle!
There was a sense of disappointment with each waft of petrol aroma from the glass. It just shouldn’t be there in a Riesling this young, and especially in one from KP. Clearly the journey taken by this bottle hasn’t been the kindest on its condition. Nevertheless, the DNA of KP’s Kirchspiel still shone through - the regal elegance, palpable minerality, and youthful tannic tartness. Discounting the infuriating petrol note, it was all ripe citrus fruits, herbs, chalk, salt, chalk, salt, chalk and more salt. It was just so mineral, and even more so on day two! I do like it, but I can’t help but feel robbed of the full enjoyment of this wine due to the petrol notes (doubly so when you consider how long I’ve craved for KP’s wines - nearly a year since my last fix). Onwards to a better bottle!
Jul 3rd, 2022
Chosen from the wine list in advance and decanted 1 hour prior to serving. It’s deep, powerful and full of energy. White flowers, white grapefruit and lemon zest support its mineral backbone. Youthful, but with sufficient air it can definitely be enjoyed now. Finishes with great length, focus and precision. As always, a wonderful expression of Riesling.
Chosen from the wine list in advance and decanted 1 hour prior to serving. It’s deep, powerful and full of energy. White flowers, white grapefruit and lemon zest support its mineral backbone. Youthful, but with sufficient air it can definitely be enjoyed now. Finishes with great length, focus and precision. As always, a wonderful expression of Riesling.
Dec 13th, 2020
Tasting of #Keller 2015s! Typically a very linear wine and rather restrained presently, but nonetheless awesome potential... soft, almost creamy texture, finely focused acidity--a real jewel! #Riesling #GG "#Kirchspiel"
Tasting of #Keller 2015s! Typically a very linear wine and rather restrained presently, but nonetheless awesome potential... soft, almost creamy texture, finely focused acidity--a real jewel! #Riesling #GG "#Kirchspiel"
1 person found it helpfulMar 26th, 2016
Keller GGs are unmatched. These wines are incredible every time.
Keller GGs are unmatched. These wines are incredible every time.
Dec 30th, 2023
11 is such a generous vintage. Singing right away. Making the entire room smile. What a damn wine. With Briskets at Loftheim.
11 is such a generous vintage. Singing right away. Making the entire room smile. What a damn wine. With Briskets at Loftheim.
Aug 2nd, 2023
