Weegmüller, 'Der Elegante', Mandelring, Pfalz, Riesling Kabinett Trocken 2020

Producer Note
Weingut Weegmüller has over 300 years of winemaking history. The eleventh generation
of Weegmüller family, sisters Stefanie and Gabrielle excelled in making delicious wines
from the Palatinate region for over 30 years. In 2021, Philipp Steegmüller took over the
reins, born and bred in the Palatinate region, as a lover of fine wine and food; he is
joined by cellar master Gregor Hofer, to continue the Weingut Weegmüller story. The
vineyards are farmed organically and the yields are restricted to gain concentration
and weight, resulting in wines that are wonderfully rich and food friendly.

Vineyard
The grapes are produced in the outstanding vineyard sites of the Mittelhaardt. Almost
90% of Weingut Weegmuller's vineyards are located in the top classified region of
Haardt. This district takes its name from the low-lying Haardt Mountains, which play a
vital role in the terroir here. The grapes for this wine come from a vineyard which is
situated on one third Haardt soil and two thirds Neustadt soil. The soils are made up of
sand and clay over deep slate, which helps to impart a touch of minerality to the wine.
The name of the wine Mandelring, is thought to come from the German word Mandel,
meaning almonds, as there may have been almond trees originally planted on the site.
The vineyards are cultivated as naturally as possible.

Winemaking
Germany has revolutionised its winemaking over recent years. This wine epitomises the
new style of German wines, which have a wonderful balance of fruit, acidity and
relatively low alcohol. The wine was fermented in stainless steel at temperatures
controlled at approximately 18°C and was fermented through to dryness. The wine was
made without any oak influence, in order to retain the purity of fruit and the essence of
the terroir.

TastingNote
Expressive Riesling with aromas of green apple, lemon and hints of white peach. The
palate is rich and beautifully balanced with a refreshing, dry and mouthwatering finish.

Grape
Riesling 100%