ZillikenSaarburger Rausch Riesling Grosses Gewachs 2018

Product code: 12642
£43.45 inc VAT
£260.70 / case of 6
Germany
White Wine from
Mosel, Germany
Country
Country: Germany
Region
Region: Mosel
Type
Type: White Wine
Winery
Winery: Zilliken
Alcohol
Alcohol: 12%
Volume
Volume: 750 ml
Grape
Grape: Riesling
Grape: 100% Riesling
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Country
Country: Germany
Region
Region: Mosel
Type
Type: White Wine
Winery
Winery: Zilliken
Alcohol
Alcohol: 12%
Volume
Volume: 750 ml
Grape
Grape: Riesling
Grape: 100% Riesling

Product Notes

Zilliken Saarburger Rausch Riesling Grosses Gewachs is a sterling German wine crafted in the heart of the Saar region. Exhibiting alluring complexity, this distinguished dry Riesling radiates a charming, vivid palate that combines charming minerality with appealing floral notes. It boasts the expressive quality of exotic fruits like lychee, underpinned by fresh lemon and green apple tones. Elegant, with a harmonious blend of acidity and sweetness, it leaves a persistent, mouth-watering finish. Perfectly well-knit and elevated, this wine is a testament of superior viticulture and winemaking, worthy for refinement in any distinguished cellar. Truly a sophisticated treat for Riesling enthusiasts.

Tasting Notes

Delicate aromas of ripe melon, lemon curd and meadow flowers and a cool herbal austerity open a nose of breathtaking beauty and elegance. Deep yet refined orange, passion fruit and candied lemon dance nimbly across the nearly vertical palate, while the grippy texture is redeemed by a pliable, persistent acidity. And the stunning saline and lemon-laced finish is so long that it’s hard to remember a time it didn’t exist. A fairytale wine in a fairytale vintage. One need not lay it down as long as Sleeping Beauty, but we do recommend at least 7-10 years before waking it with a kiss.

About the Winery

Zilliken

Nestled in the heart of the stunning Mosel area beholds the exceptional Zilliken winery. This historic establishment is famous amongst wine connoisseurs for its spectacular Rieslings that reflect the intricate makeup of the iconic Mosel terroir.

The establishment of the Zilliken winery traces back to 300 years, making it one of the oldest vineyards in the region. It has been in constant family ownership for generations, maintaining the craft and heritage of wine-making that its founders began.

Undeniably, the heart and soul of this vineyard lies results from excellent soil composition and a perfect climate, which together create the optimum conditions for producing top-notch wines. The 11 hectares of vineyards consist mainly of weathered slate soil. The south-facing vineyards, warmed by the sun, give ideal wine-growing conditions resulting in some of the finest wines Germany has to offer. The flagship Saarburger Rausch site stands atop a large bed of grey slate, enabling Zilliken's Rieslings to achieve immerse complexity and character.

The winery employs traditional wine-making methods, valuing hand labour and minimal interference with nature. Each phase of production is oriented towards quality. From a meticulous selective harvest to gentle pressing and slow fermentation in the age-old vaulted cellars, allowing the wines to only the ball up a rich melange of tastes and nuances.

Moreover, the fine wine that Zilliken produces has received many plaudits and awards over the years. These yoga-devotees have gained an devoted following of wine aficionados, also they're widely respected globally.

Ultimately, a visit to the Zilliken winery offers an insight into the timeless craft of winemaking. Through the tours, tastings and events held at the winery, visitors can learn about the intricacies of this age-old process and appreciate the skill, passion and dedication that goes into every bottle. Touring the winery presents a fantastic opportunity to take in the breathtaking views over the vineyards, and perhaps even discover a new found love for the noble Riesling. The experience at Zilliken winery is simply...

https://www.zilliken-vdp.de

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