Philipp Kuhn – Riesling Kapellenberg 1G 2023

The VDP.Erste Lage Kapellenberg vineyard stands on heavy, water-retaining calcareous marl soils with high proportions of black earth.

Riesling is a first-class white wine renowned for its versatility and elegance. It typically presents an aromatic bouquet of fresh citrus fruits such as lime, grapefruit, and green apple, accompanied by floral notes like jasmine or lilac. On the palate, it is lively and refreshing, with a vibrant acidity that accentuates the fruity flavors. A defining characteristic of Riesling is its ability to express terroir and origin, which can result in a wide range of flavors from dry to sweet. Dry Rieslings are crisp and mineral, while sweet Rieslings exhibit an impressive balance between sweetness and acidity. Overall, Riesling is a refreshing and expressive wine that pairs well with a variety of dishes and is considered one of the world's finest white wines.

Philipp Kuhn's vineyards stretch across the picturesque hills of the Palatinate. Here, in one of Germany's sunniest wine-growing regions, the vines thrive. The diversity of the soils, from calcareous loam to sandy loess, lends the wines remarkable complexity and character. The winemakers at Philipp Kuhn cultivate their vineyards with great care and passion to harvest grapes of the highest quality. These vineyards are the source of the exceptional wines that distinguish the Philipp Kuhn winery.