# Scheuermann Riesling (2023)

- **Producer:** Scheuermann
- **Colour:** white
- **Type:** still
- **Grapes:** Riesling
- **Region:** Pfalz, Germany
- **Style:** Natural
- **Alcohol:** 11.5%
- **Average price:** €12
- **Vegan:** Yes
- **Contains sulphites:** Yes
- **When to drink:** Now or Later
- **Serving temperature:** 8–10 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** elderflower, lemon, peach, apple, grapefruit, smoke, sea salt, petrol (gasoline)

## About this wine

The Scheuermann Riesling 2023 is a dry white wine from Germany's Pfalz region, produced by Weingut Scheuermann. The winery, managed by brothers Simon and Gabriel Scheuermann, focuses on minimal intervention winemaking, utilizing organic and biodynamic farming practices. The grapes are hand-harvested from vineyards in Bad Durkheim and Niederkirchen, which feature varied soils including sandstone, loess, and limestone. The estate's philosophy centers on the soil as its most valuable asset, with spontaneous fermentation and aging on lees.

## Interesting facts

- Family-run winery since 2009.
- Practicing organic and biodynamic farming since 2012.
- Spontaneous fermentation on natural yeasts.
- Bottled without filtration.

## Food pairing

The wine's crisp acidity and minerality cut through richer elements like butter and fat, while its subtle fruit and elderflower notes complement delicate seafood and fresh vegetables. Dishes with a hint of spice are also well-matched due to the wine's refreshing character.

## Wine making process

The 2023 Scheuermann Riesling is produced using spontaneous fermentation with natural yeasts, followed by aging on lees. The wine is bottled without filtration. The winery practices organic and biodynamic farming, with grapes hand-harvested from vineyards in Bad Durkheim and Niederkirchen. The winemaking approach emphasizes minimal intervention, aiming to capture the essence of the fruit and terroir.