Karthauserhof, Riesling Eitelsbacher Alte Reben Trocken, 2021

Name: Karthauserhof, Riesling Eitelsbacher Alte Reben Trocken, 2021
Brand: Karthauserhof
SKU: NYC-1-FBS-`FBGKT01421`-112923-35
Price: 49.99 USD
Availability: InStock

White Wine from Mosel, Germany

by Karthauserhof

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What is this wine?
Karthäuserhof’s Eitelsbacher Alte Reben Riesling Trocken 2021 is a dry Riesling from the estate’s historic monopole vineyard, the Karthäuserhofberg, in the Ruwer Valley of Germany’s Mosel region. The vines—classified as Alte Reben (old vines)—are deeply rooted in Devonian slate, producing small yields of highly concentrated fruit. The 2021 vintage, noted for its purity and vibrant acidity, was fermented with indigenous yeasts and aged on fine lees in stainless steel to preserve crystalline freshness and terroir expression.

Why get this wine?
Founded in 1335, Karthäuserhof is one of Germany’s oldest and most respected estates, renowned for Rieslings of precision and longevity. The Alte Reben Trocken 2021 captures the essence of Ruwer terroir: racy, mineral, and intensely aromatic. It’s an outstanding dry Riesling that rivals top Grosses Gewächs bottlings in finesse—ideal for collectors or lovers of sleek, mineral-driven whites.

What does this wine taste like?
Focused and elegant, with aromas of lime zest, green apple, and crushed slate. The palate is dry, linear, and finely textured, showing citrus and white peach with a long, saline finish.

When should you drink this wine?
Beautiful now for its freshness but will evolve gracefully through 2036. Pair with seafood, sushi, or herbed poultry. Serve well-chilled.

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"Aromas of grilled herbs emerge from the glass with the palate featuring roasted rosemary and fennel, followed by durian and Meyer lemon. Nicely knit, with well-integrated acidity on the delicate frame,. The finish is long and inviting."

Details

Grape Variety

Riesling
Vintage

2021
Size

750ml
Farming Practice

Organic
Style

Crisp , Elegant , Minerally
Sweetness

Dry
Body

Light Bodied

German Wines

Is there a better grape than Riesling? Is there a better value? Its fruit purity, its perfume, and its mineral nuance are all unparalleled. And for centuries, the top German Rieslings were priced accordingly: at least as expensive as the top red wines of Bordeaux and Burgundy. But nowadays you could spend a lifetime exploring Germany’s great Riesling-producing regions while staying well within your budget. You might take an occasional break to try Germany’s other white grapes or perhaps a glass of Spätburgunder (the local name for Pinot Noir). It’s time to get started!

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