# EG Riesling Kabinett (2021)

- **Producer:** Weingut Klosterhof
- **Colour:** white
- **Type:** still
- **Grapes:** Riesling
- **Region:** Mosel, Germany
- **Style:** Classic
- **Alcohol:** 10.5%
- **Average price:** €17
- **Contains sulphites:** No
- **When to drink:** Now or Later
- **Serving temperature:** 8–10 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** citrus, blossom, green fruit, petrol (gasoline)

## About this wine

The EG Riesling Kabinett Weingut Klosterhof is a white wine from the Mosel region of Germany, produced by Weingut Klosterhof. It is made from 100% Riesling grapes and falls under the Kabinett classification. Weingut Klosterhof is a producer with a long tradition in winemaking, known for its careful vineyard management. The Mosel region, characterized by its steep slate vineyards, provides an ideal environment for Riesling cultivation. This particular wine is noted for its approachable character and a slightly lower alcohol content.

## Interesting facts

- Kabinett is the lightest category in German Prädikatswein, indicating a wine made from normally ripened grapes.
- The Mosel River's winding path creates microclimates that are crucial for grape ripening.
- Slate soils are key to the Mosel's signature minerality in its Rieslings.
- This wine has a lower alcohol content of 10.5%.

## Food pairing

The wine's bright acidity cuts through the richness of creamy or fatty dishes, while its fruit notes complement the sweetness found in many Asian cuisines. The balanced profile can also stand up to moderate spice without being overwhelmed.

## Wine making process

The production of this Riesling Kabinett involves careful vineyard management followed by gentle pressing of the grapes. Fermentation takes place in stainless steel tanks at controlled, cool temperatures to preserve the wine's aromatic profile and acidity. The wine is typically aged in stainless steel to maintain its freshness and primary fruit characteristics. Minimal intervention is a key aspect of the winemaking process, allowing the expression of the Mosel terroir.