Van Volxem : Wiltinger Riesling 2020

The complexity and freshness of a fine Mosel white wine by Van Volxem

The estate

Originally a monastery, the estate, acquired in the 18th century by the Van Volxem family, was bought by Roman Niewodniczanski in 2000, whose the ambition was to continue the tradition of excellence in the production of fine Mosel wines.

The Van Volxem estate is located near the famous Egon Müller estate in the heart of Wiltingen, one of the first winegrowing strongholds of the Saarland in Germany.

With their elegance and rich aromas, the estate's wines are among the world's greatest white wines.

The vineyard

Van Volxem reigns over an exceptional terroir on the banks of the Saar, whose cool climate and soils give it an aromatic palette and an intensity that characterise the estate's unique style.

The vineyard, part of which is free-run, is cultivated by hand with respect for the environment and according to the precepts of organic farming. Yields are deliberately limited in order to preserve only the grapes that boast an optimum maturity and quality.

The wine

This Wiltinger Riesling 2020 by Van Volxem is made from 30 to 70-year-old vines from the Braunfels vineyards in the village of Wiltingen. This terroir is situated between 250 and 350 metres above sea level. Resting on schistose soil, the vineyard enjoys a cool continental climate. The residual sugar content of this VDP Orstwein Trocken white wine is 6.4 g/l.

Vinification and ageing

The hand-picked grapes are fermented with indigenous yeasts in stainless steel tanks between the end of October and the beginning of November. The wine is aged for 6 to 7 months.

The blend

This Wiltinger Riesling 2020 from Van Volxem is a 100% Riesling.

Van Volxem’s Wiltinger Riesling 2020: Characteristics and tasting tips

The tasting

Nose

The deep nose reveals delicious lemon fragrances.

Palate

The palate is seduced by this wine’s roundness, resulting from the vintage, its salinity conferred by the terroir as well as its beautiful mineral tension that prolongs the finish.

Cellaring

This fine German wine can be kept in the cellar until around 2025-2030 to express its full range of aromas.

Service

For an optimal tasting, serve at 8-10°C.