Wagner Stempel, Heerkretz Riesling, Grosses Gewächs, 2016

Established in 1845, Wagner Stempel is now well into its ninth generation of family stewardship. Current proprietor Daniel Wagner has converted the vineyards to organic production, and has lowered yields. Half of the Heerkretz vineyard, overlooking the village of Siefersheim, is planted to Riesling, ripening up to two weeks later than its neighbours. This wine is fermented in stainless steel before maturing in medium and large German oak barrels. Gearoid Devaney MS: Fresh and open, with plenty of concentrated lime zest and green apple on the palate, balanced by bright acid and leading to a mineral finish. Anne Krebiehl MW: This is a very subtle wine, only slowly revealing its depth of citrus fruit. Gentle, delicate and long, demonstrating seamless elegance. Sebastian Thomas: Very elegant and understated, this is gorgeously fine on the palate. The integrated, ripe acidity balances the subtle but juicy mineral character. Very long and fresh. Another sip please!