Gunderloch Vom Roten Schiefer Riesling Trocken, Rheinhessen, Germany

The 2021 Gunderloch Vom Roten Schiefer Riesling Trocken, Rheinhessen, Germany, is a precise and terroir-driven dry Riesling crafted from grapes grown on the renowned red slate slopes of Rothenberg, Pettenthal, and Hipping in the Rheinhessen. This wine exemplifies the estate's dedication to showcasing the mineral-rich character and purity of its famed vineyards.

Product Details:

• Grape Variety: 100% Riesling
• Region: Rheinhessen, Germany
• Vineyard Sources: Rothenberg, Pettenthal, Hipping Grand Crus
• Farming Practices: Sustainable
• Closure: Screw Cap
• Alcohol: 12% ABV
• Vintage: 2021
• Style: Dry (Trocken)

Sensory Description:

Brilliant pale straw in color, the 2021 Vom Roten Schiefer Riesling opens with a refined and flinty bouquet layered with citrus, white peach, and distinctive mineral tones evoking crushed red stones. On the palate, the wine is vibrant and crystalline, offering elegant layers of citrus zest, delicate orchard fruit, and a saline backbone. The finish is taut, fresh, and invigorating, reflecting the hallmark precision and minerality of the Rheinhessen's red slate terroir.

Awards & Accolades:

• 88 Points – Stephan Reinhardt, Robert Parker Wine Advocate (December 2022): Praised for its clarity, refinement, and crystalline texture, showing bright minerality and finesse.

Winemaker's Background:

Weingut Gunderloch, based in Nackenheim, Rheinhessen, has been a family-owned estate since its founding in 1890 by Carl Gunderloch. Today, Johannes Hasselbach, representing the sixth generation, leads the estate with a focus on sustainable viticulture and a shift toward drier, more transparent expressions of Riesling. Since his return to the family estate in 2010, Johannes has implemented numerous changes aimed at capturing the essence of their iconic vineyards, most notably the Rothenberg Grand Cru. His approach emphasizes organic farming, spontaneous fermentation, and vineyard-driven winemaking, producing wines of extraordinary vibrancy and depth.

Serving Suggestions:

Serve chilled at 46–50°F (8–10°C). This dry Riesling is an ideal partner for fresh seafood, oysters, goat cheese, or delicate Asian cuisine with citrus and herbal notes. It also complements vegetarian dishes featuring asparagus, artichoke, or fresh garden salads with vinaigrette.

The 2021 Gunderloch Vom Roten Schiefer Riesling Trocken is a pristine and lively expression of Rheinhessen's red slate soils, offering an authentic and refreshing glimpse into one of Germany's most esteemed vineyard sites.