At a glance

Producer

Weingut Keller

Region

Rheinhessen, Germany

Grape variety

Riesling

Wine type

White

Body

Light-bodied and Crisp

Sweetness

Dry

Typical price

$85-$120

Tasting profile

Intense citrus, green apple, flinty/mineral notes, with crisp acidity and subtle floral aromas.

Evolution: Expected to develop complex tertiary notes of slate, petrol, and honey with layers of citrus zest and mineral depth over 5-15 years.

At peak: Balanced harmony of ripe fruit and complex minerality, elegant texture, and pronounced length across the palate.

Structure

Acidity

High, vibrant, and sharply defined

Tannins

None (typical for Riesling)

Alcohol

12.5%

Aging potential

Exceptional, 20+ years given producer quality, vineyard site, and vintage

Drinking window

Peak drinking

2027 to 2056

Optimal window

2023 to 2059

Current status

Young but approaching early maturity

Current condition

The wine shows pronounced purity, tension, and intense minerality typical of the Morstein vineyard; primary fruit and acidity are still vibrant.

Morstein vineyard Rieslings from Weingut Keller exhibit exceptional terroir expression and structural backbone with high acidity and minerality that enable very long aging. The 2019 vintage's favorable ripeness combined with traditional dry style and low residual sugar support a prolonged drinking window with a defined peak 7-15 years post-vintage.

Food pairing

Excellent with delicate seafood (e.g., oysters, scallops), sushi, light poultry dishes, Asian cuisine with fresh herbs and mild spice, and goat cheese.

Serving

Serving temperature

10-12°C / 50-54°F

Decant

Not required

Sustainability

Sustainability score: 8/10

Weingut Keller employs sustainable farming practices including organic viticulture, low intervention winemaking, water conservation techniques, and energy-efficient cellar operations.

The producer’s commitment to organic farming greatly reduces pesticide and synthetic input use, enhancing biodiversity and soil health. Energy efficiency in winemaking and optimized packaging further lower environmental impact. Moderate carbon footprint results from transportation for exports but benefits from regional winegrowing culture that emphasizes sustainability.