Dragonstone

2011 Rheingau Riesling

The Leitz Dragonstone Riesling from the renowned Rheingau region is a captivating white wine that truly reflects the terroir's unique character. This 2011 vintage showcases a medium body, balancing delightful freshness and crispness that energizes the palate. The wine boasts a high acidity that adds a refreshing brightness, making it incredibly food-friendly and versatile for various pairings. It displays a prominent fruit intensity, offering luscious notes of stone fruits, citrus, and floral elements that dance harmoniously in each sip. With a bone-dry finish, this Riesling showcases a beautifully structured profile that leaves a lasting impression, inviting you to explore its complexity further.

Tasting notes:

Apricot

Peach

Honey

Flavor profile:

Acidity High

Low Pronounced

Body Very Light

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Medium Sweet

Bone Dry Sweet

Pairs well with:

Seafood, Grilled Shrimp with Garlic Butter, Seafood Paella

Region:

Rheingau

Germany's most famous wine region, the small but mighty Rheingau has built its stellar reputation on its delightfully dry Riesling. Thanks to the south-facing aspect of the Rhine Valley's slopes here—plus the shelter provided by the Taunus hills—the Rheingau's vineyards enjoy a unique mesoclimate that helps grapes ripen perfectly. As a result, these medium- to full-bodied white wines often display satisfying flavors of ripe peach. Fans of red wine should also look out for its Pinot Noir (known locally as Spätburgunder), which usually comes from vineyards near the village of Assmannhausen.

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