At a glance

Producer

Weingut Burklin-Wolf

Region

Pfalz, Germany

Grape variety

Riesling

Wine type

White

Body

Light-bodied and Crisp

Sweetness

Dry

Typical price

$25-$35

Tasting profile

Notes of green apple, wet stone, citrus zest with mineral undertones and crisp finish

Evolution: Over time gains petrol, honeyed nuances, and depth while maintaining freshness

At peak: Expect complex layers with balanced acidity and elegant minerality at peak

Structure

Acidity

High, vibrant acidity typical for dry Riesling from Pfalz

Tannins

None (white wine)

Alcohol

12.5-13.0%

Aging potential

10-15 years, often longer for top producers; this example shows classic aging ability due to acidity and balance

Drinking window

Peak drinking

2023 to 2044

Optimal window

2021 to 2047

Current status

Very good to excellent drinking window active

Current condition

Fresh acidity with developing complexity, drinking well now with aging potential

The high acidity and dry style typical of Burklin-Wolf’s Riesling Trocken from Pfalz allows the wine to develop slowly and maintain freshness over a decade, with distinctive minerality emerging as it ages.

Food pairing

Excellent with seafood, shellfish, poultry dishes, mildly spiced Asian cuisine, and goat cheese.

Serving

Serving temperature

8-10°C (46-50°F)

Decant

Not required

Sustainability

Sustainability score: 8/10

Burklin-Wolf employs organic viticulture with minimal intervention; water-efficient irrigation methods; solar energy use onsite; reduced packaging for sustainability

Burklin-Wolf is a recognized leader in sustainable organic viticulture in Pfalz with long-term commitments to reducing environmental impact through organic farming, energy conservation and sustainable packaging, placing it among the more sustainable European Riesling producers.