Riesling Feinherb, Rheinhessen, David Spies
Riesling Feinherb from David Spies is a fresh and harmonious German white wine with an elegant balance between fruit sweetness and acidity. Notes of citrus, green apples, and peach make it an obvious choice for Asian dishes, fish, and spicy specialties.
About the product
This Riesling Feinherb comes from the talented winemaker David Spies in Rheinhessen and is an excellent example of modern German Riesling. The Feinherb style means that the wine has a light residual sweetness, which is balanced by the Riesling's naturally fresh acidity.
David Spies is known for creating wines with great precision, purity, and a focus on the grape's natural character. The result is a white wine with plenty of fruit, elegance, and impressive drinkability.
The wine is vinified in temperature-controlled steel tanks to preserve the Riesling grape's aromatic profile and the terroir of the area.
About the region
Rheinhessen is Germany's largest wine region and has, over the past decades, developed into one of the country's most exciting wine areas. The region is especially known for its Riesling wines, which combine freshness, minerality, and aromatic finesse.
The mild climate and many hours of sunshine provide optimal conditions for the Riesling grape. The soil varies between limestone, clay, and loess, which contributes to the wine's complexity and elegant structure.
Taste
Nose: Fresh aromas of lime, lemon, green apples, white peach, and flowers.
Taste: Lively and fruity with notes of citrus, ripe apples, peach, and a touch of honey.
Aftertaste: Fresh, elegant, and harmonious with a nice balance between sweetness and acidity.
Serving
Best served at 8-10°C in a white wine glass. The wine does not require decanting and is perfectly suited as both a food wine and a terrace wine.
What does it pair with?
Riesling Feinherb from David Spies pairs particularly well with:
- Asian dishes with chili and ginger
- Shellfish and fish
- Sushi and sashimi
- Spiced poultry and pork
FAQ
What does Feinherb mean?
Feinherb is a German term for wines with a light residual sweetness, which is balanced by a fresh acidity. The result is a harmonious and very food-friendly wine.
Is Riesling Feinherb a sweet wine?
No. The wine is off-dry and is experienced as fresh and balanced thanks to the Riesling grape's natural acidity.
What food does Riesling Feinherb pair with?
It pairs particularly well with Asian dishes, sushi, fish, shellfish, and lightly spiced dishes.
What characterizes Riesling from Rheinhessen?
Riesling from Rheinhessen is known for its fresh acidity, pure fruit profile, and elegant minerality.