# Reichsrat von Buhl Riesling Trocken (2023)

- **Producer:** Weingut Reichsrat von Buhl
- **Colour:** white
- **Type:** still
- **Grapes:** Riesling
- **Region:** Pfalz, Germany
- **Style:** Classic
- **Alcohol:** 12.5%
- **Average price:** €23
- **Contains sulphites:** Yes
- **When to drink:** Now or Later
- **Serving temperature:** 8–12 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** apple, peach, grapefruit, lemon, pastry, biscuit, petrol (gasoline), ginger, cinnamon, almond

## About this wine

The Reichsrat von Buhl Riesling Trocken 2023 is a dry white wine from the Pfalz region of Germany, produced by Weingut Reichsrat von Buhl. Founded in 1849, the estate is dedicated to terroir-driven winemaking, with a focus on Riesling. This wine is sourced from the estate's sandstone-rich vineyards in the Mittelhaardt region, including sites classified as Erste Lage® and Grosse Lage®. The winery emphasizes natural viticulture and sustainability, aiming for purity and elegance in its wines. The 'Bone Dry' designation highlights a style with minimal residual sugar, symbolizing the vineyard's character.

## Interesting facts

- The 'Bone Dry' style emphasizes minimal residual sugar, often below 4 g/l.
- The skull symbol on 'Bone Dry' labels signifies its intensely dry character.
- The estate is a founding member of the VDP (Verband Deutscher Prädikatsweingüter).
- Vineyards are certified organic, focusing on resource-conserving cultivation.

## Food pairing

The wine's vibrant acidity cuts through richness and fat, making it an excellent companion for seafood and poultry. Its minerality complements the subtle flavors of fish and vegetables, while its dry profile balances the sweetness of fruits or the spice in Asian cuisine.

## Wine making process

The Reichsrat von Buhl Riesling Trocken is produced using grapes from certified organic vineyards. Key techniques include manual harvesting with selective hand-picking and significant yield reduction. Fermentation primarily occurs naturally in stainless steel tanks, with some parcels potentially using oval 'dopplestück' oak casks. The wine undergoes extended lees aging for six months on gross lees. Winemaking emphasizes minimal intervention and low sulfur additions, aiming to preserve the purity and terroir-driven character of the Riesling.