2017 PFEFFINGEN DRY RIESLING PFALZ

2017 PFEFFINGEN DRY RIESLING PFALZ, GERMANY. 100% Riesling.

About:Pfeffingen is a family winery with a wine making tradition which dates back more than 250 years. The unique fossilized limestone soil in their vineyards yields wonderfully balanced dry Rieslings. Since Jan Eymael took charge in 2002, Pfefingen has risen to become recognized as one of the top estates in the Pfalz. This Riesling is dry on the palate, but also succulent and lively with classic earthy Pfalz fruit and excellent acidity. Pair this food friendly dry Riesling with traditional seafood and white meat.

The family and place itself is very historic; the few homes that make up Pfeffingen were a starting point for settling the surrounding area circa 6th century. In 1622 Emperor Ferdinand II bestowed the family crest to the Schnell family, ancestors of the Fuhrmanns and Eymaels. The unicorn taken from the family crest is today prominently featured on the estate’s label. The primary vineyard holdings are the Ungsteiner Herrenberg and Weilberg. The Weilberg is one of only two vineyards in Germany comprised of Terra Rossa soil (red loam) and it is planted 100% to Riesling. During the land reallocation about 30 years ago a Roman villa and press house were uncovered atop the Weilberg. The Herrenberg is comprised of chalky marl, limestone and is planted 60% to Riesling, 10% to Scheurebe, 10 % Pinot Blanc, 10% Pinot Noir and the rest other varietals.

The estate is known for its pioneering work with the Scheurebe grape, thanks mainly to Karl Fuhrmann, Jan’s grandfather. He took cuttings of Scheurebe from the neighboring Annaberg and replanted them in the Herrenberg. Mr. Fuhrmann also carries the honorary title of Ökonomierat and in previous years was vice-president of the German Wine Growers Association. (Winery)

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