Van Volxem, Altenberg Alte Reben Riesling Grosses Gewachs 2021

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About the Producer

Van Volxem is a renowned winery located in the Saar region of Germany. The vineyards in Saar are relatively small in scale and primarily limited to south-facing slate slopes. This unique combination of barren yet mineral-rich and fertile slate soil, along with warm steep slopes, plays a crucial role in the development of the distinctive aroma of Riesling wines. Arno Luik, a researcher from the University of Strasbourg, described this unusual condition on the slopes of Van Volxem as a "climate boundary region where heaven and hell are closely connected." As a result, Van Volxem wines exhibit mature fruit aromas, moderate alcohol content, and captivating elegance and finesse. Around 1900, Saar wines, including those from Van Volxem, enjoyed great prestige and were considered among the ideal wines for internationally renowned restaurants. The prices of Saar wines, including Van Volxem's wines, sometimes exceeded those of wines produced by the most famous estates in the world today. A truly exceptional wine always reflects its origin and the dedication and passion of those who create it. The study of historical vineyard maps and documents has aided in rediscovering and reviving some of the most valuable sites in the Saar region from the very beginning. Even then, the finest vineyards along the Saar River were among the most coveted and expensive in the world.