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A. Christmann Riesling Idig GG 2016 750ml

size
750ml
country
Germany
region
Pfalz
WS
93
DC
92
Additional vintages
2022 2021 2017 2016
WS
93
Rated 93 by Wine Spectator
This medium-bodied Riesling delivers plenty of character, with velvety texture and an expressive palate. Bursts with ripe peach, eucalyptus and citrus flavors, supported by a firm structure. Shows wonderful tension between the fruit, floral and spice details, with concentrated acidity and pinpoint focus. Lovely now, but better to wait for this to peak. Best from 2019 through 2031. 400 cases made, 30 cases imported. ... More details
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A. Christmann Riesling Idig GG 2016 750ml

SKU 879725
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Professional Ratings
WS
93
DC
92
WS
93
Rated 93 by Wine Spectator
This medium-bodied Riesling delivers plenty of character, with velvety texture and an expressive palate. Bursts with ripe peach, eucalyptus and citrus flavors, supported by a firm structure. Shows wonderful tension between the fruit, floral and spice details, with concentrated acidity and pinpoint focus. Lovely now, but better to wait for this to peak. Best from 2019 through 2031. 400 cases made, 30 cases imported.
DC
92
Rated 92 by Decanter
An alluring scent of bergamot and a hint of wood leads into a taut, smooth and powerful palate brimming with citrus, lime juice and spicy mineral flavours. There's a bright citrus acidity and mid-palate texture, before a long, phenolic finish. Drinking Window 2020 - 2032.
Product Details
size
750ml
country
Germany
region
Pfalz
Additional vintages
2022 2021 2017 2016
Overview
This medium-bodied Riesling delivers plenty of character, with velvety texture and an expressive palate. Bursts with ripe peach, eucalyptus and citrus flavors, supported by a firm structure. Shows wonderful tension between the fruit, floral and spice details, with concentrated acidity and pinpoint focus. Lovely now, but better to wait for this to peak. Best from 2019 through 2031. 400 cases made, 30 cases imported.
green grapes

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.
barrel

Region: Pfalz

The region of Pfalz in Germany is generally considered to be one of the best places in the country when it comes to wine production, and the stunning array of grapevines which thrive in the fertile soils of the region are a testament to just how suited the land is to German viticulture. Pfalz has been a fine place for cultivating vineyards for over two thousand years, ever since the Romans first established wineries in the northern parts of the region. Almost consistently since then, more and more vineyards have been planted, and more and more wineries set up, and today, Pfalz is the second largest wine region in the country, and home to an impressive array of native and imported red and white wine grape varietals.
fields

Country: Germany

If German wine has had something of a bad reputation in the past, it may well be the fault of the fact that for a long time now, the Germans have simply kept all the best produce to themselves. Visit any town or village in wine producing regions of Germany, and you'll be faced with a stunning array of extremely high quality wines, each matched with local dishes and full of distinct character and flavor. As white wine production makes up for about two-thirds of all Germany's wine industry, this is by far the most visible and widely enjoyed type of wine, but one should not overlook the quality and range of rosé and red wines on offer from this fascinating country. In particular, the Spatburgunder wines (the German name for Pinot Noir) are generally of an exceptionally high quality, being full of dark, intense hedgerow fruit flavors and exciting spicy notes with a silky smooth finish.
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green grapes

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.
barrel

Region: Pfalz

The region of Pfalz in Germany is generally considered to be one of the best places in the country when it comes to wine production, and the stunning array of grapevines which thrive in the fertile soils of the region are a testament to just how suited the land is to German viticulture. Pfalz has been a fine place for cultivating vineyards for over two thousand years, ever since the Romans first established wineries in the northern parts of the region. Almost consistently since then, more and more vineyards have been planted, and more and more wineries set up, and today, Pfalz is the second largest wine region in the country, and home to an impressive array of native and imported red and white wine grape varietals.
fields

Country: Germany

If German wine has had something of a bad reputation in the past, it may well be the fault of the fact that for a long time now, the Germans have simply kept all the best produce to themselves. Visit any town or village in wine producing regions of Germany, and you'll be faced with a stunning array of extremely high quality wines, each matched with local dishes and full of distinct character and flavor. As white wine production makes up for about two-thirds of all Germany's wine industry, this is by far the most visible and widely enjoyed type of wine, but one should not overlook the quality and range of rosé and red wines on offer from this fascinating country. In particular, the Spatburgunder wines (the German name for Pinot Noir) are generally of an exceptionally high quality, being full of dark, intense hedgerow fruit flavors and exciting spicy notes with a silky smooth finish.