Awards/Ratings

John Gilman (View From The Cellar) 94 pts; David Schildknecht (Vinous) 94 pts. Reviewers note strong mineral precision and long aging potential (recommended drinking windows cited 2022–2048/2028–2070)

Tasting Note

Crisp, mineral-driven Riesling with pear, lime zest, lemon blossom, white flowers and saline limestone notes; discreet residual sweetness, bright citric acidity and a very long, precise finish.

Food Pairing

Western: smoked salmon, goat cheese, roast pork, grilled shrimp. Asian: sushi/sashimi, spicy Thai curry, Szechuan dishes, Vietnamese spring rolls.

Production Method

Hand-harvested Kirchspiel fruit; cool fermentation (native yeasts) in stainless steel to preserve purity; fermentation arrested to retain Kabinett residual sugar; brief lees contact.

Vineyard Info

Weingut Keller, family estate (since 1789) run by Klaus‑Peter Keller; renowned Rheinhessen producer owning top Westhofen sites (Kirchspiel, Morstein, Abts Erda), focused on limestone-driven Riesling.