Weiser-Kuenstler 'Steffensberg' Riesling, Mosel, Germany

The 2023 Weiser-Künstler Steffensberg 'Im Löwenbaum' Riesling Feinherb from Mosel, Germany, is a delicate and finely tuned expression of Saar elegance and terroir. Sourced from a prime parcel of the historic Enkircher Steffensberg vineyard, this wine reflects the estate’s commitment to precise viticulture, traditional winemaking, and a feather-light touch. With old vines still trained on single poles and organically farmed slate soils, this bottling is a pristine representation of Mosel finesse—showcasing bright aromatics and a subtle off-dry profile balanced by vibrant acidity.

Product Details:

• Vintage: 2023
• Varietal: 100% Riesling
• Region: Mosel, Germany
• Subregion: Traben-Trarbach
• Vineyard: Enkircher Steffensberg (Im Löwenbaum parcel)
• ABV: 12%
• Residual Sugar: 10.5 g/L
• Farming Practices: Organic (uncertified); minimal copper use
• Vinification: Native yeast fermentation in a mix of stainless steel and traditional Fuder casks
• Aging: Brief elevage; bottled with minimal intervention

Sensory Description:

Aromatically vibrant, this feinherb Riesling opens with notes of tangerine, yellow peach, ginger, licorice, and minty herbs. The palate is light yet creamy, balancing gentle sweetness with acidity and a fine mineral drive. The finish leans dry and saline, promising elegance and refinement with further bottle age.

Winemaker's Background:

Founded by Konstantin Weiser and Alexandra Künstler, Weiser-Künstler is a small 4-hectare estate in Traben-Trarbach known for producing some of the Mosel’s most pristine and tension-filled Rieslings. Committed to low-intervention and organic farming, the duo works exclusively by hand, cultivates old ungrafted vines, and uses native yeast fermentation to capture the authentic spirit of the Mosel Valley. Their wines are bottled with minimal additions and maximum purity, consistently showcasing the crystalline beauty of Saar Riesling.

Serving Suggestions:

Serve chilled at 10–12°C. This wine is a superb match for fried kabocha squash, spiced seafood dishes, or creamy young cheeses. Its off-dry balance also makes it an excellent companion to lightly spicy Asian cuisine.