Karthäuserhof - Riesling "Schieferkristall" Trocken Mosel 2013 750mL (10% ABV)

Karthäuserhof - Riesling "Schieferkristall" Trocken Mosel 2013 750mL (10% ABV)

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proof that dry Riesling can age too! from one of Germany's oldest and most respected estates. 

Schieferkristall, meaning slate crystal, is 100% estate Riesling from steep vineyards along the Ruwer (a tributary of the Mosel)with a unique microclimate and distinctive Devonian slate soils.

petrol, lemon lime, chamomile, peach, pear, apricot, Thai basil, starts off broad but quickly becomes linear and laser-like, savory & mineral finish

region: Mosel, Germany 

varietal: Riesling

style: white

farming/cellar: Gentle pressing, followed by fermentation in stainless steel under controlled temperature and long lees contact for almost six months.