At a glance

Producer

Weingut Dr. Wehrheim

Region

Pfalz, Germany

Grape variety

Riesling

Wine type

White

Body

Light-bodied and Delicate

Sweetness

Dry

Typical price

€50-€75 per 750ml bottle (2024 global retail)

Tasting profile

Lively citrus and stone fruit, crushed slate minerality, flinty with a touch of white flowers; tightly knit and racy on the palate

Evolution: In 3-5 years, will develop greater texture and complexity; nuances of honeyed stone fruit, dried herbs, and petrol typical of aged Riesling

At peak: At peak, harmony between fruit, acid, and mineral core; tertiary notes of beeswax, petrol, spice, and baked citrus

Structure

Acidity

high

Tannins

low (typical for Riesling)

Alcohol

medium (typically 12-13% ABV)

Aging potential

Excellent; capable of 15+ years of positive evolution

Drinking window

Peak drinking

2029 to 2040

Optimal window

2026 to 2043

Current status

young, tightly wound, showing high primary character

Current condition

Best to hold; freshness and acidity currently dominate, allowing for graceful evolution in cellar

The GG (Grosses Gewächs) classification from the prized Kastanienbusch vineyard ensures low yields, old vines, and an emphasis on terroir, producing a Riesling that ages gracefully, gaining aromatic and textural complexity over time. The site’s sandstone soils and careful winemaking support long cellaring.

Food pairing

Pairs excellently with white asparagus, roasted poultry, spicy Asian cuisine, grilled seafood, or cheeses like aged Comté.

Serving

Decant

Not required

Sustainability

Sustainability score: 9/10

Organic viticulture with minimal synthetic inputs, cover cropping, compost use, biodiversity promotion; solar panels for winery energy; rainwater catchment for irrigation; lightweight glass bottles; paper labels from sustainably managed forests

Weingut Dr. Wehrheim is a sustainability leader in the Pfalz, holding ECOVIN organic certification and Fair'n Green status (comprehensive sustainability standard covering social and environmental impact). In practice, they reduce chemical inputs, support biodiversity, minimize water and energy use, and employ lower-impact packaging. Their local sales model further lowers carbon impact, though exported bottles carry a typical transport footprint. The dedicated implementation of modern sustainability standards, coupled with regular third-party audits, places their practices near the top tier of German (and global) sustainable wine producers.