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2021 Wolfram Stempel Riesling New Mountain KT, Mosel, germany
$38.00
This is a bone-dry wine made from Kabinett-level fruit picked early in 2021 in the steep part of the Wintricher Geierslay (a vineyard previously known as Neuberg hence the name) which underwent whole-bunch fermentation before being matured on its gross lees in stainless-steel tank and bottled in November 2022 (the wine is an exclusive for Source Material Wine in the US). It offers a rather backward nose made of pear, citrusy elements, smoke, a hint of whipped cream, and quite some 'natural funk.' The wine proves beautifully crisp and yet also smooth on the clean palate and leaves a superb feel of herbs, grapefruit, and green apple in the long finish. The whole balance is that of a razor-sharp dry Kabinett with some added funk. The aftertaste is still quite tart and sharp but will round off at the edges with a year or two of bottle aging. This is made for lovers of uncompromisingly racy Kabinett! - Source Material
Specs
- Country Germany
- Region Mosel
- Style White Wine
- Producer Wolfram Stempel
- Farming Practices Organic
- Grapes Riesling
- Food Pairings Aperitif, Crunchy Greens, Roast White Meats, Fried Food, Fresh Seafood
- Characteristics Zippy, Bright and Fresh, Acid Head, Flexes w/ Food
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A Trip to Germany
In July I went to Germany for the first time, spending almost the entire trip in the Mosel – seeing places I’ve only read about, connecting familiar faces to their home turf and, celebrating 10 years of inspired work by importer vom Boden.
With a swath of German new arrivals landing, too, it felt like a good time to reflect on the 2022 vintage, share some takeaways from the trip and share details on our next in-person event. - Chris