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Rheingau
The Rheingau
This is the district along the Rhine between Lorch and Hochheim, around Wiesbaden, where the river has attained majestic proportions, winding its way north to the sea. A relatively compact region, it includes some of the best vineyards in Germany; Riesling is grown in over 80% of the region, occupying most of the best sites. There is a tremendous amount of history here, and the reputation that Rheingau Rieslings enjoy today derives from centuries of winemaking. The climate and predominantly slate soils produce wines with the elegance of a fine Mosel or Nahe Riesling, but with more body and depth of flavour; these are not the cheapest German wines, but are among the best.
We feature wines from Johannes Leitz, of the Josef Leitz estate at Rüdesheim, a small 5.5 hectare estate which he acquired in 1985. Leitz is rated as an
"Aufsteige"
(rising star) by the Gault Millau German Wine Guide, and has received critical acclaim from Jancis Robinson, who describes Leitz as
"one of the absolute superstars, not just of the Rheingau but of Germany in toto".
The best sites owned by the estate are located on the steep slopes around Rüdesheim, and include the Berg Rottland, Berg Roseneck, Magdalenkreuz, and Berg Schlossberg, where the Riesling performs so well.
Johannes Leitz outside his cellar in
Rüdesheim
The Berg Schlossberg Vineyard, overlooking the Rhine
Kabinett
Leitz Riesling Kabinett 2003
Johannes Leitz
Ref: 492004
£
Rich wine with a good fruit/mineral balance and exceptional purity, an almost silky texture, and a good finish. Excellent value for money.
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Price:
£10.95
Including VAT at 17.5%
Spätlese
Rüdesheimer Magdalenenkreuz
Riesling Spätlese 2003
Johannes Leitz
Ref: 492005
Tasting note in preparation.
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rudesheim rudesheimer spatlese
Price:
£12.95
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Rüdesheimer Berg Schlossberg
Riesling Spätlese 2002
Johannes Leitz
Ref: 210202
An impressively rich botrytis wine, with aromas of oranges and melon, with spice, peaches and tropical fruits on the palate. Slatey character in the finish. Intense purity, as is typical of Leitz wines, with concentration and complexity. Sumptuous, well-balanced wine with character more typical of an Auslese.
rudesheim rudesheimer spatlese
Price:
£17.25
Including VAT at 17.5%
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Rüdesheimer Berg Schlossberg
Riesling Spätlese 2003
Johannes Leitz
Ref: 492007
Tasting note in preparation.
Available now.
rudesheim rudesheimer spatlese
Price:
£18.95
Including VAT at 17.5%
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Rüdesheimer Berg Roseneck
Riesling Spätlese 2003
Johannes Leitz
Ref: 492006
Tasting note in preparation.
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rudesheim rudesheimer spatlese
Price:
£18.95
Including VAT at 17.5%
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Auslese
Riesling Auslese 2003 50cl
Rüdesheimer Kirchenpfad
Johannes Leitz
Ref: 492008
Tasting note in preparation.
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rudesheim rudesheimer spatlese
Price:
£23.95
Including VAT at 17.5%
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