Alte Reben Riesling trocken
⏳ Drinking Window
2023 - 2030
🍽️ Food & Wine Pairings
Pan-seared trout, roasted pork loin, herb-roasted chicken
✨ Technical Specifications
Crafted from some of the estate's most venerable vineyards, the Alte Reben (Old Vines) Riesling trocken is a masterclass in Mosel's steep-slope viticulture. These ancient, deep-rooted vines, many of which survive on ungrafted rootstocks in the region's classic slate soils, yield tiny, highly concentrated berries. Reichsgraf von Kesselstatt utilizes these low-yielding parcels to produce a dry Riesling of immense depth and structural integrity. Fermented primarily in stainless steel and traditional large oak casks (Fuder) to preserve its pristine varietal character, this wine captures the essence of the Mosel's dramatic terroir. It weaves a complex tapestry of smoky slate minerality, wild herbs, and dense stone fruit, backed by the vibrant, electric acidity that defines the region's finest white wines.
🍾 About the Producer
Established in 1349, Weingut Reichsgraf von Kesselstatt is one of the Mosel's most venerable estates, boasting a viticultural lineage that spans nearly seven centuries. Acquired by the Reh family in 1978 and revitalized under the stewardship of Annegret Reh-Gartner, the estate is headquartered at Schloss Marienlay in the Ruwer valley. The winery holds an extraordinary portfolio of steep-slope terroirs extending across the Mosel, Saar, and Ruwer valleys, united by varied Devonian blue, red, and grey slate soils and cool, river-moderated microclimates. Sustainable vineyard stewardship emphasizes low yields and selective hand-harvesting. Cellar work combines temperature-controlled fermentation in stainless steel with traditional oak casks, focusing on purity, site expression, and vibrant acidity. The estate produces classic dry Grosses Gewächs and pristine Prädikat bottlings from premier crus like Scharzhofberger, Piesporter Goldtröpfchen, and Wehlener Sonnenuhr, headlined by its celebrated 3.8-hectare Graach monopole, the Josephshöfer.
🍇 Grapes
100% Riesling