Mönchhof 'Ürziger Würzgarten' Kabinett Riesling, Mosel, Germany 2023
Pickup available at DECANT Napa - 2999 Solano, Napa, CA
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Founded in 1177 and acquired by the Eymael family in 1804, Mönchhof is one of the Mosel's oldest estates. Under the stewardship of winemaker Robert Eymael, the winery continues to produce expressive Rieslings that reflect the unique terroir of the Mosel. The Ürziger Würzgarten vineyard, with its steep slopes and red volcanic slate soils, imparts a distinctive spiciness and minerality to the wines.
- WINEMAKER: Robert Eymael
- FARMING: Sustainable practices
- VARIETY: 100% Riesling
- TERROIR: Ürziger Würzgarten is characterized by steep, south-facing slopes with red volcanic slate soils, contributing to the wine's aromatic complexity and mineral backbone
- VINIFICATION: Fermented in stainless steel tanks using native yeasts to preserve varietal purity and terroir expression
- AGING: Aged on fine lees in stainless steel to enhance texture and mouthfeel
- TASTING NOTES: Aromas of ripe peach, honeysuckle, and lime lead to a palate featuring crisp apple, citrus, and a touch of wet stone. The wine is light-bodied with high acidity and a delicate off-dry finish
- FOOD PAIRINGS: Ideal with spicy Asian cuisine, fresh seafood dishes, or as an aperitif
Founded in 1177 and acquired by the Eymael family in 1804, Mönchhof is one of the Mosel's oldest estates. Under the stewardship of winemaker Robert Eymael, the winery continues to produce expressive Rieslings that reflect the unique terroir of the Mosel. The Ürziger Würzgarten vineyard, with its steep slopes and red volcanic slate soils, imparts a distinctive spiciness and minerality to the wines.
- WINEMAKER: Robert Eymael
- FARMING: Sustainable practices
- VARIETY: 100% Riesling
- TERROIR: Ürziger Würzgarten is characterized by steep, south-facing slopes with red volcanic slate soils, contributing to the wine's aromatic complexity and mineral backbone
- VINIFICATION: Fermented in stainless steel tanks using native yeasts to preserve varietal purity and terroir expression
- AGING: Aged on fine lees in stainless steel to enhance texture and mouthfeel
- TASTING NOTES: Aromas of ripe peach, honeysuckle, and lime lead to a palate featuring crisp apple, citrus, and a touch of wet stone. The wine is light-bodied with high acidity and a delicate off-dry finish
- FOOD PAIRINGS: Ideal with spicy Asian cuisine, fresh seafood dishes, or as an aperitif