Rudesheimer Magdalenenkreuz Riesling Spatlese
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Typically best enjoyed 5–25 years from vintage release, as its vibrant fruit gracefully evolves into complex petrol, honey, and mineral notes.
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Spicy Thai curry, roasted pork belly, blue cheese
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The Rüdesheimer Magdalenenkreuz Riesling Spätlese is a stunning expression of the Rheingau's rich winemaking heritage, sourced from a vineyard named after a historic red sandstone cross dedicated to Mary Magdalene that has stood among the vines since the 19th century. Locally nicknamed 'Maggie,' this vineyard is characterized by its deep, fertile soils of sandy loam, loess, and quartzite. These soils warm up easily, encouraging the grapes to reach optimal ripeness early in the season, which is ideal for crafting a classic Spätlese (late harvest) wine. Weingut Leitz masterfully captures the essence of this site, balancing the natural, luscious residual sweetness of the late-harvested grapes with the electric, vibrant acidity that is the hallmark of great Rheingau Riesling.
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Weingut Leitz, located in the historic town of Rüdesheim am Rhein in Germany's Rheingau region, traces its winemaking heritage back to 1744. Under the visionary leadership of Johannes Leitz, who took over the family estate in 1985, the winery has earned international acclaim for its exceptional, terroir-driven Rieslings. The estate meticulously manages some of the Rheingau's most prestigious steep-slope grand cru vineyards, including Rüdesheimer Berg Schlossberg, Berg Rottland, and Berg Roseneck. Renowned for their remarkable purity, vibrant acidity, and deep minerality, Leitz's wines range from bone-dry expressions to luscious, noble sweet Beerenauslese and Trockenbeerenauslese, alongside a pioneering range of premium non-alcoholic wines.