Durchbacher Plauelrain Riesling Alte Reben - Andreas Laible

The Durchbacher Plauelrain Riesling Alte Reben from the Baden wine-growing region reveals itself in the glass with a brilliantly shimmering light yellow. After the first swirl, this white wine is characterized by a delightful lightness that makes it dance lively in the glass. In the glass, this white wine from Andreas Laible shows aromas of pear, acacia, apricot, nashi pear, and honeysuckle, complemented by Mediterranean herbs, lovage, and sun-warmed stone. The Andreas Laible Durchbacher Plauelrain Riesling Alte Reben delights with its elegantly dry flavor profile. It was bottled with only 5.5 grams of residual sugar. This is a genuine quality wine that clearly stands out from simpler qualities and thus, despite all its dryness, this German wine captivates with the finest balance. Aroma does not necessarily require sugar. Light-footed and complex, this creamy white wine presents itself on the palate. Thanks to its present acidity, the Durchbacher Plauelrain Riesling Alte Reben appears wonderfully fresh and lively on the palate. On the finish, this white wine from the Baden wine-growing region finally impresses with considerable length. Once again, nuances of apricot and honeysuckle appear.

Vinification of the Durchbacher Plauelrain Riesling Alte Reben by Andreas Laible

This white wine clearly focuses on a single grape variety, namely Riesling. For this exceptionally elegant varietal wine from Andreas Laible, only immaculate grape material was harvested. Naturally, the Durchbacher Plauelrain Riesling Alte Reben is also shaped by the climate and viticultural style of Durbach. This German wine can, in the best sense of the word, be described as an Old World wine, which presents itself as exceptionally fragrant. After the harvest, the grapes are quickly brought to the winery. There they are selected and gently crushed. Fermentation then takes place in stainless steel tanks at controlled temperatures. After fermentation is complete, the Durchbacher Plauelrain Riesling Alte Reben can continue to harmonize for several months on the fine lees.

Food recommendation for the Durchbacher Plauelrain Riesling Alte Reben by Andreas Laible

This German white wine is best enjoyed well chilled at 8 - 10°C. It pairs perfectly as an accompanying wine with leek soup, potato pan with salmon, or wok vegetables with fish.

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