Joh. Bapt. Schäfer, Pittermännchen Riesling, Grosses Gewächs, 2016

Established in 1900, this winery is now run by fourth-generation winemaker Sebastian Schäfer, who oversees 8ha of vineyards. The Pittermännchen vineyard is on slatey, loamy soil with a high clay content. The hand-picked grapes are macerated for 14 hours prior to spontaneous fermentation, then the wine is matured in 12 hectolitre barrels on its lees until the end of April. Gearoid Devaney MS: Flavours of green apple and lime are defined by energetic, refreshing acidity and a linear finish. Very harmonious. Anne Krebiehl MW: Gorgeous freshness and tempered balance, with lovely texture. Underneath, the fruit has a pristine apple juiciness. A highly drinkable wine - long, zesty and moreish. Sebastian Thomas: Very perfumed and floral, with a fine, understated palate of pure, bright acidity, finely textured minerality, and a long finish.