Thörle Schlossberg Riesling, Rheinhessen This single vineyard wine comes from the Schlossberg Vineyard at Saulheim in the north-eastern sector of Rheinhessen, the largest of Germany’s 13 major wine-producing regions. The vineyard lies at an elevation of between 170 and 235m and is the coolest of Thörle’s three top sites. The deep clay and limestone soils effectively store heat and water. The amphitheatre-like Schlossberg has a unique microclimate, protected from winds by the surrounding hills, yet with a direct, tunnel-like connection to the Rhine which enables a constant supply of warm air to Schlossberg even on cold autumn days. Schlossberg Rieslings have finesse and are commonly mineral, delicate and earthy, with good acidity. They are Thörle’s most elegant wines. The Thörle family has been making wine at Saulheim in Germany's Rheinhessen region since the 16th century. Christoph Thörle and his brother Johannes have been running the estate since 2006. The vineyards are managed organically. These three flagships, single vineyard wines are naturally fermented, with some skin contact, 90% in stainless steel, 10% in barrel.

Aromatics: Menthe, mineral, fleshy ripe white fruits and spices. A fascinating and elegant nose filled with nuances which are so unique they are hard to describe. Palate: Deep and powerful wine, with an incredible length and concentration thanks to the terroir and the old vines. Its energy and density is singular. When I first tasted this vineyard I was wordless taken by surprise by its beauty, this wine simply get to you.

Aromatics: This Riesling is tinted of vibrant notes of lemon, with the fragrance of coins, orange and kumquat. Ripe nectarine, flowers, honey and minerals. Palate: Beautifully dense wine with lively flavours of lemon, apple, and ripe peach. Lovely tension and length with a seducing balance.

Aromatics: Notes of candied lemon, ginger, saline character and mineral notes. Palate: Rich and textural, with a juicy candied lemons flavour. Beautifully elegant and saline with a great finish making you salivate.

Aromatics: Flowers, fleshy ripe white fruits and sweet spices. A nuances and complex nose with plenty of warmth and generosity. Palate: Structured white with plenty of power and concentration. With this wine it’s like putting the volume up everything is deeper and more detailed. The balance and acidity in the wine is beautiful and the length stunning.

Aromatics: Notes of coins, menthe, fresh fruits and a beautiful mineral and smoky character. Palate: Very pure and balanced wine with a beautiful texture filled with fresh fruits. Delicious and long saline finish. Magnificent wine!