Hochheimer Herrnberg Riesling
⏳ Drinking Window
2021 - 2028
🍽️ Food & Wine Pairings
Pan-seared trout, roasted pork loin, mild Thai curries
✨ Technical Specifications
Weingut Künstler's Hochheimer Herrnberg Riesling is a beautiful expression of the Rheingau's unique terroir. The Herrnberg (literally 'Lord's Hill') vineyard has a rich history, with its name hinting at historical ownership by noble estates or church dignitaries. Situated near the confluence of the Main and Rhine rivers, the vineyard benefits from a microclimate where the water acts as a heat reflector, mitigating frost and aiding slow ripening. The soils here consist of deep loess, clay, and sandy loam, which impart a distinct, vibrant minerality and elegant structure to the Riesling. Künstler vinifies this wine using traditional methods, often fermenting in large, neutral oak casks and stainless steel to preserve the purity of the fruit while adding subtle texture and complexity. The resulting wine is celebrated for its bright acidity, stone fruit aromas, and a long, salty mineral finish.
🍾 About the Producer
Weingut Künstler was established in Hochheim am Main in 1965 by Franz Künstler, reviving a long-standing family winemaking tradition that originated in South Moravia before World War II. The estate rose to international prominence under the stewardship of Franz's son, Gunter Künstler, who assumed leadership in 1992 with an uncompromising focus on terroir-driven precision. Managing iconic VDP.Grosse Lage vineyard sites such as Hochheimer Hölle, Kirchenstück, and Domdechaney, the winery champions sustainable vineyard management, minimal cellar intervention, and extensive aging on the lees. Künstler is renowned across the globe for its powerful, mineral-structured dry Rieslings, magnificent noble sweet expressions, and remarkably elegant, complex Spätburgunder.
🍇 Grape Varieties
Riesling
🍷 Alcohol By Volume (ABV)
12-12.5%