Max Ferd. Richter Zeppelin Riesling (Mulheim)

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The Müllheim Sonnenlay (translates: Sunshine and Slatestone) is a steep single vineyard facing southwest-west with slate stone and clay loam soil. The wines from this hill were successfully served in the 1920s and 1930s on board the luxurious restaurant on the airship “Graf Zeppelin”. To commemorate that privilege, Hans Schlosser, a local painter and member of the famous “Bauhaus”-movement, designed the art deco label incorporating the Zeppelin. That label has been proudly used since then. 

This wine was fermented down to off-dry levels. The nose is initially quite reduced and driven by residual scents from spontaneous fermentation. It reveals lively notes of grapefruit, lemon, herbs and green apple. The wine is nicely structured on the palate, where a delicately smooth and fruity touch of sweetness adds some charm to the wine. The finish is refreshing and reveals Riesling raciness, due to well integrated ripe acid.