Identity
| Producer | Marto Wines |
| Vol | 0.75 |
| Classification | Rheinischer Landwein |
| Grapes | 100% Riesling |
| Color | white |
| Sweetness | dry |
Tasting
| Color Desc | crystal-clear white |
| Aroma | A wild mix of lemon cake, saltine crackers, strawberry buttermilk, honey, yellow plum, apple, zest, and strong mineral backbone with electric acidity and haunting elegance. |
| Palate | Balances deep, beautifully ripe fruit with strong mineral backbone, electric acidity, and a fresh, elegant medium body with a savory undertone. |
| Finish | Long, elegant finish with mineral notes, fresh acidity, and a lingering savory and fruity complexity. |
| Food Pairing | Pairs well with Asian dishes, rich pork, seafood, and creamy cheeses. |
| Aging Potential | Good aging potential due to acidity and structure |
| Serving Glassware | Serve in a white wine glass |
Profile
Acidity (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Body (1-5)
AVERAGE
Aroma (1-5)
HIGH
Minerality (1-5)
LOW
Enology
| Organic | Yes |
| Biodynamic | Yes |
| Natural | Yes |
| ABV % | 12.0 |
| Aging Process | Spontaneous fermentation with indigenous yeasts in old barrels, foudres, and Mosel casks; barrel aged for about 1 year. |
| Fermentation | Spontaneous fermentation with indigenous yeasts in barrels. |
Terroir
| Altitude (m) | 330 m |
| Soil | limestone and sandstone soils |
| Vine Age | 60 years |
| Harvest Type | manual |
| Harvest Desc | Grapes are hand harvested from a single vineyard perched 330 meters high on a limestone site. |
Interesting facts
| Marto Wines is a leading figure in the German natural wine movement, inspired by producers like Matassa and Gut Oggau. The Riesling 2023 is described as their best Riesling vintage ever, crafted from a single vineyard at 330m altitude with 60-year-old vines. |
Logistics
| Cork | natural cork |