# Ruppertsberger Gaisböhl G.C. Riesling trocken (2023)

- **Producer:** Weingut Dr. Bürklin-Wolf
- **Colour:** white
- **Type:** still
- **Grapes:** 100% Riesling
- **Region:** Pfalz, Germany
- **Style:** Classic
- **Alcohol:** 12.5%
- **Average price:** €75
- **Vegan:** Yes
- **When to drink:** Later
- **Serving temperature:** 8–10 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** grapefruit, lemon, peach, apricot, green fruit, petrol, flinty

## About this wine

The Ruppertsberger Gaisböhl G.C. Riesling trocken from Weingut Dr. Bürklin-Wolf is a distinguished dry Riesling from Germany's Pfalz region. Its 'G.C.' (Grand Cru) status stems from the vineyard's historical recognition in an 1828 classification, and it is a monopole, exclusively owned by the estate. Founded in 1597, Weingut Dr. Bürklin-Wolf is a historic family estate that has committed to biodynamic viticulture and producing wines that deeply express their vineyard origins. The Gaisböhl vineyard, situated east of the German Wine Route, features a unique soil composition of colored sandstone, gravelly terrace deposits, and clay, contributing to the wine's distinctive character. The 2023 vintage is characterized by its impressive concentration and elegant structure.

## Interesting facts

- Gaisböhl translates to 'goat meadow', hinting at its historical use.
- The vineyard is a monopole, solely owned by Dr. Bürklin-Wolf.
- The 'G.C.' designation is based on a 1828 Royal Bavarian Site Classification.
- The estate has been fully biodynamically farmed since 2005.

## Food pairing

The wine's high acidity cuts through the richness of creamy sauces and fatty meats, while its pronounced intensity and savory notes complement poultry and seafood. The saline quality can enhance the natural sweetness of shellfish.

## Wine making process

The winemaking process for this Riesling begins with grapes from the Gaisböhl monopole vineyard, cultivated using certified biodynamic practices. The harvest is meticulously handpicked and selected. Fermentation is spontaneous, utilizing native yeasts in large, old oak casks, which encourages the development of complex flavors and a connection to the vineyard's microflora. Following fermentation, the wine undergoes maturation in similar large, neutral oak casks. This approach emphasizes the purity of the Riesling and the distinctiveness of the Gaisböhl terroir, avoiding overt oak influence and allowing the wine's inherent structure and minerality to shine.