# Magic Mountain Rüdesheimer Riesling Trocken (2023)

- **Producer:** Weingut Leitz
- **Colour:** white
- **Type:** still
- **Grapes:** Riesling
- **Region:** Rheingau, Germany
- **Style:** Classic
- **Alcohol:** 12.5%
- **Average price:** €19
- **Vegan:** Yes
- **Contains sulphites:** Yes
- **When to drink:** Now or Later
- **Serving temperature:** 8–10 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** blossom, lemon, peach, green apple, grapefruit, apricot, petrol (gasoline)

## About this wine

Leitz Magic Mountain Rüdesheimer Riesling Trocken is a dry white wine from Weingut Leitz in the Rheingau, Germany. The wine's name is inspired by Thomas Mann's novel. It is cultivated on the steep Rüdesheimer Berg vineyard site, known for its quartzite and loess loam soils. Weingut Leitz is a historic estate with a family legacy dating back to 1744, now led by Johannes Leitz, who has guided the winery to international recognition. Their winemaking philosophy emphasizes minimal intervention to showcase the typicity of the site and grape.

## Interesting facts

- Named after Thomas Mann's famous novel, 'The Magic Mountain'.
- Grown on steep slopes in Rüdesheim, a prime Rheingau vineyard site.
- Weingut Leitz has a winemaking history dating back to 1744.
- The winery practices sustainable farming, avoiding herbicides on steep slopes.

## Food pairing

The wine's vibrant acidity acts as a palate cleanser, cutting through richer textures and balancing the flavors of fatty fish and creamy sauces. Its inherent fruit notes can complement or contrast with various herbs and spices found in Asian and Mediterranean cuisines.

## Wine making process

The Leitz Magic Mountain Rüdesheimer Riesling Trocken is produced from 100% Riesling grapes grown on the Rüdesheimer Berg. The winemaking process involves spontaneous fermentation using natural and pure yeasts, primarily in stainless steel tanks. After fermentation, the wine is aged for six months in large, old oak barrels. Weingut Leitz employs sustainable viticultural practices, including a focus on low yields and the avoidance of herbicides on steep vineyard sites. The estate's winemaking philosophy emphasizes minimal intervention to highlight the unique characteristics of the terroir and the grape.