# Maximin Riesling (2023)

- **Producer:** Maximin Grünhaus
- **Colour:** white
- **Type:** still
- **Grapes:** Riesling
- **Region:** Mosel, Germany
- **Style:** Classic
- **Alcohol:** 11.5%
- **Average price:** €12
- **Contains sulphites:** No
- **When to drink:** Now
- **Serving temperature:** 8–12 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** mirabelle, pear, apple, biscuit, petrol (gasoline)

## About this wine

Maximin Grünhaus is a historic estate with a lineage of viticulture dating back to Roman times, with documented cultivation from 966 AD. The estate is a monopole, exclusively owning its three vineyard sites: Abtsberg, Bruderberg, and Herrenberg. The name 'Maximin' is derived from the Abbey of St. Maximin, which historically held ownership of the land. The von Schubert family has been at the helm since the late 19th century, now in its sixth generation of management. The 'Maximin' Riesling serves as an accessible entry into the estate's style, showcasing the fine character and unique terroir of the Mosel-Ruwer region.

## Interesting facts

- Estate has records of vine cultivation from 966 AD.
- Maximin Grünhaus is a monopole, meaning it solely owns its vineyards.
- The name 'Maximin' comes from the Abbey of St. Maximin.
- The von Schubert family has managed the estate for six generations.

## Food pairing

The wine's refreshing acidity cuts through richer elements like creamy sauces and fattier proteins, while its fruit notes complement lighter poultry and vegetable dishes. The minerality can echo the earthiness of root vegetables.

## Wine making process

The winemaking process at Maximin Grünhaus emphasizes a connection to nature and tradition. Grapes are hand-harvested in multiple passes to ensure optimal ripeness. Fermentation is spontaneous, utilizing indigenous yeasts and occurring in a combination of traditional oak fuder barrels and stainless steel tanks. The wines are then aged on lees, with some premium classifications seeing maturation in oak. This approach aims to capture the essence of the vineyard's terroir.