Weingut Donnhoff Oberhauser Lesitenberg Kabinett Riesling 2020

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Tasting Notes

Light orchard fruits entice you to this wine. The palate is a little over medium weight with a candied sweetness that is in no way cloying. This still dances on the tongue with peach and a sweet juiciness, but nothing is baked. We love the fruit in this as it stays elegant and is super clean and fresh. Semi-dry.

WINE INFORMATION

The Dönnhoff Family is proud to call Oberhausen an der Nahe home. Running from Niederhausen to Schloßböckelheim, the majestic landscapes of the Nahe Valley have held sway for more than 250 years. The first official mention of the Dönnhoff name dates back to 1761; the family‘s own history book details the early flowering of 1781 and the bumper grape harvest of 1784. Helmut Dönnhoff’s grandfather laid the cornerstone for the estate‘s success.

This is the kabinett version of the Oberhäuser Leistenberg (the name of a grand cru single vineyard site with slate soils). The hill just to the left of the vineyard is called the Lemberg, and with the Leistenberg on the other side, these hillsides form a valley. Cold air from the Hunsrück blows through the area, passing by the Leistenberg making it impossible for botrytis to develop. Further, the exposition is southeast rather than due south like the Hermannshöhle. This means longer ripening and lower potential alc, perfect for Kabinett style wines. Tonschiefer means “clay slate”, so named for the soil that dominates the vineyard. This is the original vineyard for the family and holds a very special place.

Vines are approximately 25-40 years old. Fermentations occur in a combination of stainless and used large oak.

This wine is perfect with spicy and well-seasoned food, so try with Thai, Indian, Morroccan, Cajun, etc.

Food Pairing Suggestions

Chicken/Turkey, Dessert (fruit), East Asian (Chinese/Japanese/Korean), Fish (white), Ham, Hors d'oeuvres, Just for Cocktailing, Perfect Aperitif , Pork, Thai or Vietnamese

Color/Type:
White
Origin:
Germany , Nahe
Grape Varietal:
100% Riesling
Eco-friendly:
Sustainable
Price:
$30.00 each
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