Von Buhl Riesling Brut 2019

"Von Buhl" Riesling Brut is an elegant white sparkling wine created from biodynamically grown Riesling grapes. The harvest is pressed whole clusters. The must is then fermented in stainless steel tanks and partially in old oak barrels. The wine is aged on the lees for 18 months and at least 3 months after disgorgement. At the Reichsrat von Buhl winery, special time is given to the sparkling wine to balance the nuances of the grapes and ensure harmonious development of the carbonic structure. "Von Buhl" Riesling Brut possesses all the qualities of traditional sparkling wines from Pfalz — puritanical purity, freshness, precision, and crisp minerality. After the hot and dry 2018 year, as well as the winter of 2019 with little precipitation, the vines faced a significant water deficit at the beginning of the growing season. An unusually cool May slowed the development of the vines, while July with its high temperatures further exacerbated the situation. On many vineyards, the grapes suffered from sunburn. However, by the beginning of autumn, it became clear that despite the challenging weather conditions, the quality of the grapes had not suffered. The harvest was quick, as the phenolic ripeness of the grapes was already optimal. The year 2019 gifted aromatic, balanced wines with a beautiful acid structure.