# Erdener Herzlei Riesling Spätlese Alte Reben (2022)

- **Producer:** Weingut Dr. Hermann
- **Colour:** white
- **Type:** still
- **Grapes:** Riesling
- **Region:** Mosel, Germany
- **Style:** Classic
- **Alcohol:** 7.5%
- **Average price:** €38
- **Contains sulphites:** No
- **When to drink:** Now or Later
- **Serving temperature:** 8–12 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** ripe fruit, grapefruit, apricot, peach, biscuit, pastry, honey, petrol (gasoline)

## About this wine

The Weingut Dr. Hermann Erdener Herzlei Riesling Spätlese Alte Reben 2022 is a white wine from the Mosel region of Germany. It is produced from 100% Riesling grapes grown on the steep, blue slate slopes of the Erdener Herzlei vineyard, a monopole site. The designation 'Alte Reben' signifies that the wine is made from old vines, approximately 130 years in age, contributing to its depth and complexity. The producer, Weingut Dr. Hermann, has a long-standing tradition in the Mosel, with a focus on quality viticulture and winemaking on prime vineyard sites. The 2022 vintage is noted for its clarity and intensity.

## Interesting facts

- Vines are approximately 130 years old.
- 'Herzlei' translates to 'heart-shaped'.
- Vineyard is a steep, terraced monopole.
- Blue slate soil is a key characteristic.

## Food pairing

The wine's inherent sweetness and vibrant acidity create a beautiful balance with rich, fatty, or spicy foods. The acidity cuts through richness, while the sweetness complements spicy elements and fruit-forward desserts. Mineral notes from the slate soil can echo savory components in dishes.

## Wine making process

The winemaking process for this Riesling involves selective hand-harvesting, with multiple passes through the vineyard to ensure optimal grape ripeness. Fermentation occurs in stainless steel tanks, a technique chosen to preserve the wine's fresh fruit profile and acidity. Following fermentation, the wine is aged on its fine lees in stainless steel. The producer's approach emphasizes meticulous vineyard management, including careful pruning and yield limitation, with a focus on nature-loving care of the vineyard soils.