Halenberg Riesling GG 2021/2022
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Monzingen’s smallest vineyard is planted exclusively with Riesling vines, most of which belong to Schönleber, facing south with gradients of up to 70%. Halenberg has stony blue slate and quartzite soils that put the vines through their paces – making them struggle in the summer for every drop of water. As a result, the grapes in this vineyard stay smaller and develop an especially exquisite aroma. Halenberg has an inherent, finely structured, minerally saltiness. It often reveals aromas reminiscent of ripe grapefruit and other exotic fruits. After a little ageing, it takes on its characteristically spicy, herbal personality.
2021
Even more floral in the nose than the Frühlingsplätzchen. Deep and rich, with ripe fruit on the palate giving way to spicy, edgy acidity and a lingering spicy finish. Citrus, salt and a mint-driven lift. Despite its richness, Halenberg presents as more structured and austere. A Riesling powerhouse both now and for a long time to come.
18 – Paula Sidore (Jancinrobinson.com)
2022:
Startlingly taut and pure. Crisp white stone fruit, citrus precision. And then there’s the dense, broad palate where limestone reigns supreme. Ripe apricot, cool thyme and sweet herbs countered with a racy acidity and mouth-watering salty thread. Enchanting.
17 – Paula Sidore (Jancinrobinson.com)
