Prager Riesling Smaragd Wachstum Bodenstein 2023 750ml

The 2023 Riesling Wachstum Bodenstein Smaragd is on the Hochseiber site, planted in 1990 with the most varied selection of Riesling genetics of 25 different clones from across Germany, Alsace and Wachau. The site reaches up to 460 meters, which was difficult to ripen at the time of planting. The breezy freshness of fragrant and aromatic citrus features tangerine, bergamot and grapefruit. The palate is milder than the nose suggests but is defined by a fine-boned smoothness, translucent stoniness and finesse. Zestiness at the core is key, carrying the essential and eternal citrus nature of Riesling forward. The finish is lovely, long and delicious. (Dry)

• Country: Austria
• Region: Wachau
• Size: 750ml
• Color: White
• Alcohol by Vol: 14.5%

Varietal

Riesling

Riesling grapes have been grown in and around central Europe for centuries, and over time, they became the lasting symbol of south Germany’s ancient and proud wine culture. Whilst the reputation of German wines abroad has in the past been mixed, the Germans themselves take an enormous amount of pride in their wineries, and Riesling grapes have now spread around the globe, growing anywhere with the correct climate in which they can thrive. Riesling grape varietals generally require much cooler climatic conditions than many other white grapes, and they are generally considered to be a very ‘terroir expressive’ varietal, meaning that the features and characteristics of the terroir they are grown on comes across in the flavors and aromas in the bottle. It is this important feature which has allowed Riesling wines to be elevated into the category of ‘fine’ white wines, as the features of the top quality bottles are generally considered to be highly unique and offer much to interest wine enthusiasts.