Geyersberg

Jochen Dreissigacker has caused a considerable stir both in his native Germany and abroad, winning high praise and points wherever his wines are sold. His 45 hectares of vineyards are based in the Rheinhessen, which is currently undergoing what might be termed a 'Rheinhessen revival', with Jochen at its forefront. From the 2010 vintage, Jochen's wines all have organic certification and he also uses biodynamic methods for much of his estate (although he has chosen not to be certified).

Geyersberg is considered one of the best and warmest individual vineyards in Rheinhessen, with vines that are at least 55 years old. The unique Klein climate and the soil characterized by limestone and loess loam lay the foundation for incomparable Rieslings with enormous aging potential. The Geyersberg site typically ripens earlier than other sites in Westhofen and Bechtheim, and harvest is incredibly selective. Yields are dramatically reduced, resulting in a wine of intense concentration and focus. 70% of this wine is fermented in stainless steel, and 30% in neutral oak barrel.

Generous aromas of petrol and stone fruit open the show, setting the palate up for what’s to come. This has a ton of exuberant acidity combined with a powerful, mouth-coating texture. Focused, concentrated flavors of ripe and dried peach, apricot, guava, tangy pineapple, and a squeeze of fresh citrus wrap around the palate, while a touch of smokiness (evocative of fire-roasted sweet corn) starts off a finish that goes on for ages.