Dellchen is a vineyard reborn. Awakened from decades of slumber by the Dönnhoff family, it now shines as a Grosses Gewächs site, Germany’s highest classification for dry wines. The steep terraced slopes are a geological wonder, their soils of slate and volcanic porphyry lending a salty elegance and precision to this dazzling Riesling.
Grapes from the 15–45-year-old vines are hand-harvested in multiple passes, ensuring only the finest make it into the press. Fermentation and maturation take place in traditional oak barrels and stainless steel, followed by extended ageing on full lees and fine lees. This meticulous care produces a Riesling of unparalleled finesse and longevity.
Tasting Note: A wine that dances between power and grace, the 2023 Dellchen Grosses Gewächs Riesling is pure magic in a glass. With vibrant minerality and crystalline acidity, this masterpiece is crafted from a historic vineyard that has been lovingly revived by the Dönnhoff family. It’s a wine of effortless balance that’s complex yet playful, intense yet feather-light on the palate.
Origin: Nahe Valley, Germany
Alcohol: 12.5%
Blend: Riesling
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