GLK-RIF19

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Lothar Kettern, Fio 2019 Riesling Feinherb

Now given a more sober label, as befits its Piesport origins, this is a nicely balanced example of the village’s sun-kissed generosity underpinned by classic slate minerality. A perfect juxtaposition of sweetness and acidity.

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Wine Specifics

WineWise Code	GLK-RIF19
Country	Germany
Region	Mosel
Color/Style	White
Farming Practices	Sustainable
Varieties	Riesling 100%
ABV	11.5
Residual Sugar	22.3
Acidity	6.9
Closure	Screw-top
Case Size	12x750
Pricing	Discountable
Maceration	None
Destemming	Complete
Fermentation Vessel	Stainless Steel
Aging Method	50% Stainless Steel, 50% Cask
Aging Duration (months)	12
Filtered	Yes
Yeast	Spontaneous
Lees Contact/Stirring	12 months
Malolactic	No
Added Sulfur	Yes, 100 mg/L
Vineyard Name	Günterslay, Falkenberg und Freudenburg
Soil Type	Slate
Elevation (meters)	100-300
Vineyard Aspect	Southwest
Vine Age	30
Yields (hl/ha)	70
Picking	Hand-harvested
Annual Production	4000 bottles

Notes from the Producer: Every year we try to produce stimulating wines with a clear location profile and great aging potential. With a moderate amount of alcohol and sufficient acid. We are rewarded with an unmistakable style, very fine and elegant.