# Christmann Riesling Aus den Lagen (2022)

- **Producer:** Weingut A. Christmann
- **Colour:** white
- **Type:** still
- **Grapes:** Riesling
- **Region:** Pfalz, Germany
- **Style:** Natural
- **Alcohol:** 11.5%
- **Average price:** €23
- **Vegan:** Yes
- **Contains sulphites:** Yes
- **When to drink:** Now or Later
- **Serving temperature:** 8–10 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** peach, apple, lemon, petrol (gasoline)

## About this wine

The Christmann Riesling Aus den Lagen is a dry white wine from the Pfalz region of Germany, produced by Weingut A. Christmann. The 'Aus den Lagen' designation signifies that the grapes are sourced exclusively from the estate's classified VDP.Erste and VDP.Grosse Lagens vineyards, which are located along the Haardt mountain range. This wine serves as an introduction to the estate's quality and its focus on wines from clearly defined individual locations. The producer, Weingut A. Christmann, has transitioned to biodynamic farming and is managed by Steffen and Sophie Christmann, emphasizing a philosophy of 'Terroir down to the cellar'.

## Interesting facts

- This wine replaces previous Guts- and Ortsweine, signaling a new era for the estate.
- Sourced from multiple VDP.Erste and VDP.Grosse Lagens.
- Represents an 'introduction' to the estate's top vineyard sites.
- Biodynamically farmed estate.

## Food pairing

The wine's animating acidity cuts through richer textures and balances delicate flavors. Its subtle fruit notes complement lighter proteins and vegetables, while its minerality provides a refreshing counterpoint to savory dishes.

## Wine making process

The Christmann Riesling Aus den Lagen is produced using grapes that are hand-picked from the estate's classified vineyards. The winemaking process begins with spontaneous fermentation, utilizing natural yeasts. Following fermentation, the wine matures in large wooden barrels, specifically Doppelstückfass, which are large oak casks. This approach aims to preserve the purity of the fruit and the expression of the vineyard's terroir.