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Van Volxem Riesling Alte Reben Dry 2014 750ml

size
750ml
country
Germany
region
Mosel-Saar-Ruwer
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VM
91
Additional vintages
2017 2014
VM
91
Rated 91 by Vinous Media
Niewodniczanski always presents this bottling subsequent to his Wiltinger Braunfels, not to mention to his other two generic cuvées, so don’t imagine that because it represents a blend across many communes and sites it can’t stand comparison with a top-notch single-vineyard Saar Riesling. When Niewodniczanski employs the admittedly overused and undefined “old vines” moniker, he is referring to those aged 50 and over, nearly all on their own roots and trained to single posts. The sense of salt- and fresh lemon-laced herbal broth here is slightly reminiscent of Chablis, with sheer extract sweetness enhancing the influence of pure, juicy white peach, set off by an undertone of wet stone. High extract and glycerol buffer the acidity, which nonetheless delivers palate-quickening and eye-opening intensity. Rich, smoky nut oils and glowingly cyanic piquancy of peach pit extend the mouthwatering finish.
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Van Volxem Riesling Alte Reben Dry 2014 750ml

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VM
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VM
91
Rated 91 by Vinous Media
Niewodniczanski always presents this bottling subsequent to his Wiltinger Braunfels, not to mention to his other two generic cuvées, so don’t imagine that because it represents a blend across many communes and sites it can’t stand comparison with a top-notch single-vineyard Saar Riesling. When Niewodniczanski employs the admittedly overused and undefined “old vines” moniker, he is referring to those aged 50 and over, nearly all on their own roots and trained to single posts. The sense of salt- and fresh lemon-laced herbal broth here is slightly reminiscent of Chablis, with sheer extract sweetness enhancing the influence of pure, juicy white peach, set off by an undertone of wet stone. High extract and glycerol buffer the acidity, which nonetheless delivers palate-quickening and eye-opening intensity. Rich, smoky nut oils and glowingly cyanic piquancy of peach pit extend the mouthwatering finish.
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size
750ml
country
Germany
region
Mosel-Saar-Ruwer
Additional vintages
2017 2014
Overview
Niewodniczanski always presents this bottling subsequent to his Wiltinger Braunfels, not to mention to his other two generic cuvées, so don’t imagine that because it represents a blend across many communes and sites it can’t stand comparison with a top-notch single-vineyard Saar Riesling. When Niewodniczanski employs the admittedly overused and undefined “old vines” moniker, he is referring to those aged 50 and over, nearly all on their own roots and trained to single posts. The sense of salt- and fresh lemon-laced herbal broth here is slightly reminiscent of Chablis, with sheer extract sweetness enhancing the influence of pure, juicy white peach, set off by an undertone of wet stone. High extract and glycerol buffer the acidity, which nonetheless delivers palate-quickening and eye-opening intensity. Rich, smoky nut oils and glowingly cyanic piquancy of peach pit extend the mouthwatering finish.
green grapes

Varietal: Riesling

The pale skinned fruits of the Riesling grapevine have been grown in and around Germany's Rhine Valley for centuries, and contributed much to the country's wine culture. Today, Riesling grapes are grown and processed in several countries around the world, where they are prized for their ability to grow well in colder climates, and their unique flavors and characteristics. Riesling grapes produce an impressive array of wines, including fine semi sweet and dessert wines, to excellent dry white wines and sparkling varieties, all which allow the grape to shine through as a premier example of an excellent white wine varietal. One of the things which makes Riesling such a special grape is the fact that it is highly 'terroir expressive', meaning that the features of the land it is grown on can come across well in the flavors and aromas in the wine. As such, it isn't unusual to find flavors of white stone, or smoky ash-like notes in a fine Riesling alongside the more usual orchard fruit flavors more commonly associated with good white wines.
fields

Country: Germany

As in many Old World countries, the rise of viticulture in Germany came about as a result of the Roman Empire, who saw the potential for vine cultivation in the vast flatlands around the base of the Rhine valley. Indeed, for over a thousand years, Germany's wine production levels were enormous, with much of the south of the country being used more or less exclusively for growing grapes. Over time, this diminished to make way for expanding cities and other types of industries, but Southern Germany remains very much an important wine region within Europe, with many beautifully balanced and flavorful German wines being prized by locals and international wine lovers alike. The hills around Baden-Baden and Mannheim are especially noteworthy, as these produce the high end of the characteristic semi-sweet white wines which couple so perfectly with German cheeses and pickled vegetables. However, all of Germany's wine producing regions have something special and unique to offer, and are a joy to explore and experience.
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Varietal: Riesling

The pale skinned fruits of the Riesling grapevine have been grown in and around Germany's Rhine Valley for centuries, and contributed much to the country's wine culture. Today, Riesling grapes are grown and processed in several countries around the world, where they are prized for their ability to grow well in colder climates, and their unique flavors and characteristics. Riesling grapes produce an impressive array of wines, including fine semi sweet and dessert wines, to excellent dry white wines and sparkling varieties, all which allow the grape to shine through as a premier example of an excellent white wine varietal. One of the things which makes Riesling such a special grape is the fact that it is highly 'terroir expressive', meaning that the features of the land it is grown on can come across well in the flavors and aromas in the wine. As such, it isn't unusual to find flavors of white stone, or smoky ash-like notes in a fine Riesling alongside the more usual orchard fruit flavors more commonly associated with good white wines.
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As in many Old World countries, the rise of viticulture in Germany came about as a result of the Roman Empire, who saw the potential for vine cultivation in the vast flatlands around the base of the Rhine valley. Indeed, for over a thousand years, Germany's wine production levels were enormous, with much of the south of the country being used more or less exclusively for growing grapes. Over time, this diminished to make way for expanding cities and other types of industries, but Southern Germany remains very much an important wine region within Europe, with many beautifully balanced and flavorful German wines being prized by locals and international wine lovers alike. The hills around Baden-Baden and Mannheim are especially noteworthy, as these produce the high end of the characteristic semi-sweet white wines which couple so perfectly with German cheeses and pickled vegetables. However, all of Germany's wine producing regions have something special and unique to offer, and are a joy to explore and experience.