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Van Volxem Riesling Alte Reben Dry 2014
750ml - 1 Bottle
Bottle:
$46.65
Niewodniczanski always presents this bottling subsequent to his Wiltinger Braunfels, not to mention to his other two...
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Van Volxem Riesling Altenberg Alte Reben GG 2018
750ml - 1 Bottle
Bottle:
$48.23
Bright elderflower, lime cordial, jasmine and honeysuckle frolic through the nose. Burly and serious on the palate,...
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Van Volxem Riesling Altenberg Alte Reben GG 2020
1.5Ltr - 1 Bottle
Bottle:
$91.62
The 2020 Altenberg Alte Reben GG is clear, bright, fresh and precise on the nose, with concentrated and flinty fruit...
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Van Volxem Riesling Altenberg Alte Reben GG 2020
750ml - 1 Bottle
Bottle:
$47.44
The 2020 Altenberg Alte Reben GG is clear, bright, fresh and precise on the nose, with concentrated and flinty fruit...
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Van Volxem Riesling Goldberg GG 2020
1.5Ltr - 1 Bottle
Bottle:
$61.78
I love the way that the ripe-peachy nose gently wafts over you. Ripe and juicy with plenty of white, yellow and...
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Van Volxem
Varietal: Riesling
Although they originated in Germany's beautiful Rhine Valley, the Riesling grape soon spread around the world, where it thrives in many countries with a colder climate which can support this pale and unique grapes. Riesling grapes are considered one of the finest varietals on earth, capable of expressing fascinating features of the soil type they are grown on, resulting in some highly interesting wines with plenty to offer those who are looking for something different. Riesling grapes are also noted for their aromas, which tend to be highly perfumed, floral and often with smoky notes accentuating their unusual flavor Because this was always the predominant grape grown in Germany and other such countries, Riesling wineries have always been keen to experiment with its range. This has resulted in dry white wines, sparkling wines, semi sweet wines and several others, but the finest examples are usually considered to be the Riesling dessert wines. These are occasionally made with unusual processes, including the 'eiswine' method, in which the grapes are allowed to freeze in the early frosts, or by allowing the development of 'noble rot', which withers the grapes and results in some truly spectacular and unusual flavors.
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.