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7 June 2024
by Jo Gilbert

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Riesling Love: The passion of Dr Lippold
28 June 2024
by Ruma Singh DipWSET

Dr. Lippold – A Riesling from a Magical Terroir

For centuries, the “Würzgarten” has been renowned as one of the premier vineyard sites along the Mosel. In 1804, during Napoleon’s reign, all vineyards across the French Empire, including those in "La Moselle" (then French territory), were meticulously classified. The parcel "Weltersberg," from which the grapes for this Riesling are sourced, earned the prestigious "Grand Cru" designation, placing it on par with the revered Grand Crus of Burgundy.

The Inaugural Vintage

This vineyard benefits from a unique nanoclimate, where heat-retaining rocks in the surrounding area provide additional hours of warmth each day, extending the growing season. The grapes are produced from selection massale vines that average 70 years of age, resulting in small berries with an exceptionally low yield. The soil, a mix of red slate and volcanic rhyolite, imparts a rich mineral character, enhancing the wine’s aromatic complexity.

Expect an abundance of spice and fruit aromas, led by ripe mango, peach, and apricot, with nuances of mint, floral petals, and a backbone of minerality and ripe acidity. This carefully crafted balance makes for a distinctive and memorable Riesling.

After three careful pre-selections, the final grapes were harvested on November 9, 2008. The juice underwent a cool, slow fermentation, with the young wine then maturing sur lie (on the lees) and receiving regular batonnage (stirring of the lees) until it was bottled on July 15, 2009. The first small batch of this wine was released in 2012.

As is typical of renowned Mosel Rieslings, this wine is expected to develop remarkable complexity over time. With proper storage, its potential shelf life extends until 2035, promising an evolving character that will only grow richer in the coming years.

Jancis Robinson MW OBE, the esteemed British wine critic, wrote in The Financial Times (May 24, 2014) about Riesling's timeless appeal:

"If you are looking for a demonstrably long-lived white wine, look no further than fine Riesling, perhaps a classic wine from the Mosel that may be light in alcohol but will have no shortage of flavour. With time, the fruit develops real complexity and tastes less sweet, while the wine will always be high in refreshing acidity. And, who knows? Having observed the cyclical nature of fashions in wine, I think it is perfectly possible that light whites will be regarded as extremely smart in 2034."