Scharzhofberger Pergentsknopp Riesling Nr22
⏳ wine.drinking_window
Typically best enjoyed 5 to 20 years from vintage release, with the potential to develop beautifully for decades under proper cellar conditions.
🍽️ wine.food_pairings
Pan-seared sea bass, roasted pork belly, creamy poultry dishes
✨ wine.spec_sheet
The legendary Scharzhofberg hill is widely regarded as one of the greatest white wine vineyards on Earth, and within this mythical slope lies the historic 'Pergentsknopp' parcel. Van Volxem's expression from this prized parcel, often designated as 'Nr. 22', represents the pinnacle of Saar Riesling. The terroir here is defined by highly weathered, iron-rich Devonian slate soils and a cool microclimate that allows for an exceptionally long growing season. Sourced from ancient, self-rooted vines, the grapes undergo spontaneous fermentation with native yeasts and are aged in traditional, neutral oak fuder casks. This artisanal approach coaxes out a majestic, multi-layered Riesling that marries the Saar's signature crystalline acidity with a rich, velvety texture, deep mineral intensity, and notes of wild herbs and ripe stone fruits.
🍾 wine.about_producer
Located in the historic viticultural commune of Wiltingen along the Saar River, Van Volxem traces its heritage back to a Roman estate and later a Jesuit monastery before being acquired and revitalized by Roman Niewodniczanski in 1999. Under his stewardship, the estate has reclaimed its status as a premier producer, focusing on historic, steep-slope grand cru vineyards such as Scharzhofberger, Wiltinger Gottesfuss, and Kanzemer Altenberg. The winery is dedicated to traditional, artisanal practices, utilizing extremely low yields from ancient, often ungrafted vines, spontaneous fermentation with indigenous yeasts, and aging in traditional large oak fuder casks. This meticulous, terroir-centric philosophy yields highly expressive, mineral-driven Rieslings that beautifully balance rich textures with the Saar's signature vibrant acidity.