Mosel-Saar-Ruwer - Germany (White Wine)

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It is a little unfair to castigate the Germans for originally sending us these wines, as we were more than happy to buy them in huge amounts at that time, but with hindsight they did score an 'own goal'.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e The problem was exacerbated by large volumes of wine pouring into the UK from Eastern Europe, which was labelled Riesling but was usually a pot pourri of low grade grapes, which the wineries then blended in order to hit the relevant 'price points' on retail shelves, regardless of quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Riesling grape has a piercing grapefruit and citrus acidity when young, allied to a natural concentration of multi-layered flavours of slate, honey and lime. The grape has a depth of fruit, which leaves a lingering presence on the palate even though the alcohol level is unusually low, especially by New World standards. 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(2017- 9% abv)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a 100% Riesling from the Middle Mosel, where the steep banked slopes and the convoluted, looping course of the river ensure that the vineyards get lots of sun and the soil retains the heat, thereby helping the grapes to fully ripen. The fruit acquires a mineral tang from the soil in this area, which adds an extra layer of flavour to the wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Riesling grape has almost single-handedly rescued the general reputation of German wines, following the 'fall from grace' in the 1980's. Riesling is now considered one of the finest wine grapes in the world and capable of maturing into wines with unique sensuous flavours. In fact, these wines have much greater complexity and nuances than anything that Chardonnay, for example, can offer and it was only 25 years ago that the top Mosel wines were achieving auction prices that the prestigious white Burgundies could not begin to reach - how times change. However, the export of inferior wines damaged the perception of German wine so badly that sales plummeted. It is a little unfair to castigate the Germans for originally sending us these wines, as we were more than happy to buy them in huge amounts at that time, but with hindsight they did score an 'own goal'.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e The problem was exacerbated by large volumes of wine pouring into the UK from Eastern Europe, which was labelled Riesling but was usually a pot pourri of low grade grapes, which the wineries then blended in order to hit the relevant 'price points' on retail shelves, regardless of quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Riesling grape has a piercing grapefruit and citrus acidity when young, allied to a natural concentration of multi-layered flavours of slate, honey and lime. The grape has a depth of fruit, which leaves a lingering presence on the palate even though the alcohol level is unusually low, especially by New World standards. 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At 27 years old he had some doubts about leaving his studies in archeology (having graduated in viticulture at Giesenheim) but soon began to enjoy what he was doing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBy 1987 he realised that a complete change in attitude was necessary, and having been deserted by all of the vineyard staff, he appointed old school friend, Bernhard Schug, as winemaker. Bernhard was hitherto untrained and a confirmed beer drinker! 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The 1987 vintage produced some of the finest wines the estate had ever made, as \"treatment\" of the wine was kept to an absolute minimum - a little filtering, no fining and meticulous hygiene in the cellar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSince then, the Estate has gone from strength to strength picking up most of the awards that Germany has to offer over the years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn all he owns some 11.5 hectares (28 acres) of Grand Cru and Premier Cru vineyards along the Mosel, and has the distinct advantage of vines aged between 60 and 100 years old. 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{"id":1952785399896,"title":"Riesling Eins Zwei Dry 2017 Leitz","handle":"riesling-eins-zwei-dry","description":"\u003cp\u003eLight yet intensely fruity style with a great minerality\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere are recorded documents linking the Leitz family winemaking history all the way back to 1744.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJohannes Leitz was born much later, in 1964 in Rudesheim. His Grandfather, Josef Leitz re-built the winery after a bombing raid on the area late during the Second World War. His father, Antonius Leitz had briefly taken ownership of the winery before his premature death in 1966. This left his wife, with her flower shop, a household and of course the family winery to run. So, it wasn't until 1985 when Johannes took over the winery that it once again became a primary focal point of attention.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter taking hold of the family business, he has managed to raise the estate from 2.9 hectares to the 40 hectares that we see today. 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His Grandfather, Josef Leitz re-built the winery after a bombing raid on the area late during the Second World War. His father, Antonius Leitz had briefly taken ownership of the winery before his premature death in 1966. This left his wife, with her flower shop, a household and of course the family winery to run. So, it wasn't until 1985 when Johannes took over the winery that it once again became a primary focal point of attention.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter taking hold of the family business, he has managed to raise the estate from 2.9 hectares to the 40 hectares that we see today. One of the major land acquisitions was the integration of the VDP accredited Erbsl”h winery, which brought 6 hectares of land with it. Over the years, Johannes has gained national and international recognition for his outstanding wines. Internationally, his major markets include Norway, Sweden, the UK and USA.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe growth of the winery has had a positive influence over all the ranges of the wines produced. Specifically the Rudesheim vineyards of Berg Schlossberg, Berg Rottland and Berg Kaisersteinfels have continued their tradition of being amongst the top dry wines from Germany. All of Johannes' wines carry his individual signature and show off the varied greatness of the Rudesheim terroir from which they are born.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith all the growth Johannes has achieved he subsequently produced the new label of EINS-ZWEI-DRY. This successfull label has recently been recognized and won the ?IF Communication Design Award 2009?.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese international successes have been a boon: however, Johannes has stayed true to his roots and homeland. 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