- SIZE:
- 75cl
- ABV:
- 11.5%
Introductory offer price. Available until 1pm on 21st January.
This is a special barrel selection of the Melphyr Riesling from Christopher Barth. Fresh flowers and green herbs, with some nutty elements underneath. All the fresh floral and citrus notes of the Melaphyr Riesling but with extra development from an extra winter in large old oak.
This wine is made to celebrate the Melaphyr soils Chris has in the vineyards. This parcel was planted in the 1990s and is always harvested last. The Riesling and Melaphyr soils work beautifully in harmony. The vitality of this soil is felt in the wine. It has energy and structure but is light and elegant.
It’s always a treat to meet a producer who is so grounded and making such special wines. Christopher looks after every single element of production in his wines and his hands-on approach and attention to detail means nothing gets past him. Through being fastidious in both in the vineyard and in the cellar, Christopher’s wines have such a clear style. They are pure, bright, unadorned. A breath of fresh air.
Walking through the vines with him, Christopher showed us the beautiful and unique Melaphyr soils he is growing on. He works with the rhythms of nature, following biodynamic practices to protect the life and vitality of the soil. In particular, the Riesling grown on these slopes highlights this volcanic soil and its vitality is felt in the wines.
Christopher came to wine making with curiosity and open-mindedness having taken over when his uncle passed away suddenly. He leans away from unnecessary technology, favouring a minimal and exacting method of winemaking. “Not much has changed here in the last 100 years”.
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