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Most Riesling planted in the Herrenweg vineyard is located on the richer, deeper soils, where the fine sands and loamy structure dominates. (In contrast the Gewurztraminer is located on more gravely soils). This type of soil does benefit from a balanced vintage and doesn’t perform as well under excessive heat or cold weather. 2004 was the ideal style of vintage to produce a classic aromatic and dry Riesling. The vines were not stressed, the acidity stayed very high, and warm temperatures in September helped to reach high ripeness. The average age of the vine is actually slightly older as many of the Herrenweg vines were declassified into the basic Riesling.The nose is quite mineral, mixed with herbs/hay, showing obvious lees influence. The palate is very elegant, slightly less alcoholic than the L148 and also shows great acidity. Further ageing and aerations will surely bring more floral Riesling character. Classic balance, the finish doesn’t really feel sweet, almost dry, thanks to great acidity. Front: Herrenweg/Brand in the background. (Oct 06)Bottling date: 2/2008
Alcohol: 13°alc
Residual sweetness: 10-20 g/l
Yields: 3.5 hl/ha
Optimum drinking period: 2009-2021
Average age of the vines: 31 years
Surface: 1 ha
Terroir: gravely soil/silt
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