Weingut Geierslay 'Vertigo' Riesling Feinherb, Mosel, Germany

White peach, lime zest, and crushed slate rise from the glass with bright aromatic lift. 2024 Weingut Geierslay Vertigo Riesling Feinherb is a lightly off-dry expression from the steep slate slopes of the Mosel, crafted as a modern interpretation of a centuries-old estate. Founded in 1465 and now guided by 20th-generation winemaker Max Kilburg, this sustainably farmed Riesling balances subtle sweetness with racing acidity, capturing both the heritage and contemporary energy of the Mosel Valley.

Product Details:

• Winemaker: Max Kilburg
  
• Varietal: 100% Riesling
  
• Style: Feinherb
  
• Alcohol: 10.5%
  
• Farming Practice: Sustainable, low-intervention
• Soil: Slate with clay on steep slopes
  
• Vinification: Native yeast fermentation, no fining, minimal inputs
  

Sensory Description:

2024 Weingut Geierslay Vertigo Riesling Feinherb displays a pale yellow hue with youthful brilliance. The nose offers medium-high intensity aromatics of white flowers, peach, apricot, and citrus blossom, underscored by a distinct mineral note reflective of slate soils. On the palate, it is light-bodied and off-dry, with vibrant acidity that keeps the subtle sweetness taut and refreshing. Flavors of ripe peach, lime, and stone fruit unfold over a chalky mineral backbone, creating tension and precision. The interplay between residual sugar and brisk acidity defines the feinherb style, delivering balance, energy, and a clean, medium-length finish that invites another sip.

Winemaker’s Background:

Established in 1465 by Johann von Kilburg, Weingut Geierslay is one of the oldest estates in the Mosel. Today, Max Kilburg leads the winery into its next chapter, embracing sustainable viticulture and low-intervention cellar practices. The Vertigo label represents his creative collaboration with importer Vom Boden, focusing on expressive village fruit and native fermentations to highlight the purity and personality of Mosel Riesling. Across generations, the Kilburg family has remained committed to capturing the clarity, tension, and elegance that define this historic region.

Serving Suggestions:

Serve chilled at 45 to 48 degrees Fahrenheit in a Riesling glass to accentuate aromatics and acidity. Pair with spicy Asian cuisine, chili-lime salmon, smoked pork loin, duck, goat cheese, blue cheese, squash and root vegetables, or fruit-based desserts. Its vibrant acidity and touch of sweetness make it exceptionally versatile at the table.