Bischel 2017 Gau Algesheim Johannisburg Spätburgunder Premier Cru dry

This Riesling was awarded 89 points out 100 by Decanter. This Spätburgunder Premier Cru has fine notes of blackcurrant and cherry, as well as sweet spices. This full-bodied wine is well-concentrated with a juicy freshness. Vineyard: The grapes for the Gas-Algesheim Spätburgunder were grown in the classified VDP.ERSTE LAGE (Premier Cru) Johannisburg vineyard. Named after St. John, the vineyard is next to a centuries-old stone path that guides to the Jakobsberg monastery. The loamy limestone soil and warm temperature guarantees concentrated and powerful Pinot Noirs with freshness and excellent ageing potential. Vinification: The grapes were selected by hand and fermented on skins with wild yeast. Afterwards, the wine matured in oak barrels for 18 months (30% new oak). The wine was then bottled without filtration. Alcohol: 13,0% vol. Res. sugar: 0,1 g/l Acidity: 6,1 g/l