At a glance

Producer

Weingut Rebholz

Region

Pfalz, Germany

Grape variety

Riesling

Wine type

White

Body

Light-bodied and Crisp

Sweetness

Dry

Typical price

$45-$60

Tasting profile

Fresh citrus, green apple, slate minerality, subtle floral notes with intense linear acidity.

Evolution: Fruit will develop richer honeyed, petrol and dried apricot aromas as it ages 5-10 years further.

At peak: Aromatic complexity with smoky minerality and racy acidity balanced by subtle texture at peak maturity.

Structure

Acidity

High

Tannins

None

Alcohol

12.5%

Aging potential

Excellent - 15+ years typical for Rebholz GG Riesling from Pfalz in strong vintages

Drinking window

Peak drinking

2025 to 2042

Optimal window

2022 to 2045

Current status

Maturing

Current condition

The 2017 Rebholz GG Riesling is entering a harmonious phase of intense aromatic development and balanced acidity.

The 2017 vintage from Rebholz was very strong, with ripe fruit balanced by high acidity and excellent vineyard health, enabling long term aging and aromatics development up to 15+ years.

Food pairing

Pairs excellently with seafood (grilled fish, shellfish), sushi, light poultry dishes, and Asian cuisine with citrus or ginger notes.

Serving

Serving temperature

8-10°C / 46-50°F

Decant

Not required

Sustainability

Sustainability score: 8/10

Use of cover crops to improve soil health, energy-efficient winery operations, water management systems in vineyards, minimal intervention winemaking.

Rebholz practices organic farming with strict environmental standards, avoids synthetic pesticides, utilizes renewable energy in winemaking, and employs sustainable packaging materials - contributing to a low environmental impact and strong sustainability credentials.