Alte Reben Riesling | Villa Huesgen

Alte Reben Riesling | Villa Huesgen

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Mosel (DE)
Mosel QbA
Riesling
Enjoy within 10-12 years
11.5% ABV
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Production and refinement

A pure Riesling harvested by hand from the third decade of September, when the grapes are picked and brought to the winery, where they undergo gentle pressing.

The alcoholic fermentation is spontaneous and takes place in large 2,000-liter wooden barrels; there is a brief maceration on the skins, followed by maturation in steel and wood for 6 months, with aging on fine lees.

Organoleptic analysis

Visual exam

A beautiful, intense straw-yellow color.

Olfactory examination

On the nose, it is stunningly aromatic, with intense aromas of ripe fruit (apricot, yellow peach, candied lemon, lemon, grapefruit), accompanied by basil, thyme, and elegant hints of flint. The finish evokes notes of beeswax and hydrocarbons.

Tasting

On the palate, it offers great freshness, with a refined, tense, and saline entry that highlights the fruity aromas detected on the nose. The finish is long and vibrant.

Contents index

From the vineyard to the table: discover our wine

Ready for a journey to discover Alte Reben Riesling | Villa Huesgen ? We will now take you to delve deeper into every aspect of this exceptional wine through three key sections:

Cellar

Come and learn about the history and values ​​of the winery which passionately grows and transforms grapes into wine

Territory

Immerse yourself in the land that gives life to these unique grapes, discovering the climate and terroir that influence its character

Pairings

Get expert advice on the perfect pairings that will enhance both the wine and your meal

The winery

Country: Germany

Region: Mosel, Traben-Trarbach

Hectares of vineyards: 65

Villa Huesgen

The villa, home to the eponymous winery, is a true symbol of the Huesgen family's long winemaking tradition. The building, dating back to 1904, is an Art Nouveau gem designed by Bruno Möhring. The family's winemaking tradition is even older, dating back to the 18th century. Today, the harvest continues to be carried out by hand with a rigorous selection of the bunches. In the cellar, only indigenous yeasts are used for fermentation. All this results in exceptional Rieslings that reflect both tradition and terroir.

Villa Huesgen

The winery owns several vineyards, with the most prestigious including Trabener Würzgarten, Enkircher Steffensberg, and Enkircher. These vineyards are situated on very steep slopes oriented to the south and southwest, where the vines root in slate soils.

Region and territory

One of the northernmost wine-growing regions in Europe, beyond the 51st parallel

Moselle

One of the northernmost wine-growing regions in Europe, beyond the 51st parallel

Moselle

One of the northernmost wine-growing regions in Europe, beyond the 51st parallel

Moselle

Viticulture in Germany was introduced by the Romans around the 1st century BC, right on the left bank of the Rhine and along the Moselle. The Moselle is one of the northernmost wine-growing regions in Europe, beyond the 51st parallel, even further north than Alsace and Champagne.

The cold climate results in musts rich in acidity, which not only makes the numerous sweet and Eiswein wines produced in Germany balanced and harmonious, but also gives the local wines a truly unique freshness. The region extends along the course of the eponymous river, from the French border to the point where the Moselle and the Rhine converge, and includes the areas around the two tributary rivers: the Saar and the Ruwer.

Vineyards are generally planted on south-facing slopes to take advantage of the sun and allow the grapes to ripen on steep slopes with inclines of up to 70%. Moselle Rieslings are characterized by an excellent balance and pronounced freshness, which contribute to their great longevity. A peculiarity of Moselle wines is the bottles they are contained in: unlike other German wines, they are bottled in green Rhine bottles instead of brown ones.

Mosel-Saar-Ruwer

Questa regione si estende lungo il corso del fiume Mosella, dal confine con la Francia fino al punto in cui la Mosella si unisce al Reno, includendo anche le aree circostanti i due affluenti Saar e Ruwer. Qui, oltre il 50% della superficie vitata è dedicata alla coltivazione del Riesling Renano, seguito dal Müller-Thurgau e dall'Elbling. I vigneti sono generalmente situati su pendii esposti a sud per sfruttare al massimo l'effetto del sole, consentendo all'uva di raggiungere una piena maturazione, con pendenze che possono arrivare fino al 70%.
Vineyards situated on steep slopes

Recommended pairings and dishes

Matching by concordance

An important Riesling, exuberant in its aromas, pairs perfectly with fish and calls for dishes that are equally refined and elegant. It is ideal with preparations that match its rich aromatic profile and medium structure.

Matching by contrast

A Riesling with great freshness and savoriness, which can also be paired for contrast. It’s worth trying with dishes that have a slight sweetness as well.

It pairs well with

Fish roasts, roast turkey, salt-baked sea bass, grilled tuna, swordfish carpaccio, salmon tartare, shellfish, aged cheeses, sea bream, seafood paella, lemon chicken, seafood and vegetable first courses such as asparagus or herb risotto, pasta with cuttlefish ink, lobster, or seafood.

Matching by concordance

An important Riesling, exuberant in its aromas, pairs perfectly with fish and calls for dishes that are equally refined and elegant. It is ideal with preparations that match its rich aromatic profile and medium structure.

Matching by contrast

A Riesling with great freshness and savoriness, which can also be paired for contrast. It’s worth trying with dishes that have a slight sweetness as well.

It pairs well with

Fish roasts, roast turkey, salt-baked sea bass, grilled tuna, swordfish carpaccio, salmon tartare, shellfish, aged cheeses, sea bream, seafood paella, lemon chicken, seafood and vegetable first courses such as asparagus or herb risotto, pasta with cuttlefish ink, lobster, or seafood.

Shellfish

Shrimp, prawns, and various shellfish make for a sophisticated dish for special occasions: the flavorful and delicate flesh, along with the scents of the sea, offer a unique culinary experience.

Rise with asparagus

Asparagus, with their herbaceous and slightly bitter taste, pair perfectly with rice, resulting in a dish that is soft, creamy, rich in flavors, and aromas. It's a light first course with great aromatic intensity.

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