“The Spice Vineyard of Ürzig”

This steep 62 hectare (153 acres) south- to southeast-facing site features a distinctive geological melange rare on the Mosel, with reddish, stone-rich soil comprised in large part of weathered volcanic rhyolite and conglomerates. Due to this unusual soil, wines from the Ürziger Würzgarten display an especially fine piquancy. They are full-fruited, splendidly mouth-filling, with fine acid-interplay and clear structure.

The grapes were harvested in October. 100% healthy grapes were gently crushed and briefly macerated on the aroma and mineral rich berry skins. The must was then fermented slowly and cool spontaneously, allowing the wine’s multi-faceted, fruity aromas to fully develop. A gentle aging in stainless steel tanks with a long storage on the fine lees followed the fermentation.