Nackenheim Rothenberg Riesling Auslese Goldkapsel
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Typically best enjoyed from 10 to 40+ years from the vintage release, as its high sugar and vibrant acidity allow it to age gracefully for decades.
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Blue cheese, fruit-based desserts, and rich foie gras.
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The Nackenheim Rothenberg Riesling Auslese Goldkapsel represents the pinnacle of sweet wine craftsmanship at the historic Gunderloch estate. Sourced from the legendary Rothenberg vineyard, which translates to "Red Mountain," this steep site is characterized by its dramatic red clay-slate soils, known as the "Roter Hang." This unique geology, combined with the vineyard's proximity to the Rhine River, creates a microclimate perfect for the development of noble rot (botrytis). The "Goldkapsel" (Gold Capsule) designation indicates an exceptional selection of superior concentration and purity. Hand-harvested berry by berry, this 100% Riesling is fermented slowly to preserve its intense, honeyed stone fruit aromas, exotic spices, and striking mineral tension. It is a wine steeped in the rich winemaking heritage of Rheinhessen, showcasing a perfect harmony of opulent sweetness and vibrant, life-giving acidity.
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Founded in 1890 by banker Carl Gunderloch, the Gunderloch estate is located in Nackenheim in the Rheinhessen region of Germany. Today, the winery is managed by Johannes Hasselbach, representing the sixth generation of the family to craft exceptional, terroir-driven wines. The estate is deeply committed to ecological viticulture and is renowned for its holdings in the legendary Nackenheimer Rothenberg vineyard, situated along the clay-slate "Roter Hang" (Red Slope). Gunderloch is celebrated globally for its precise, mineral-rich Rieslings, ranging from the dry Nierstein Riesling trocken to the off-dry Jean Baptiste Kabinett and luscious, age-worthy Auslese and TBA expressions.Address: Carl-Gunderloch-Straße 1, 55299 Nackenheim, Rheinhessen, Germany. Website: https://www.gunderloch.de