This 2013 Riesling from Markus Schneider's Saumagen vineyard exemplifies the precision and mineral-driven character of top-tier Pfalz viticulture. The wine displays the classical restraint of a cooler vintage, with crisp acidity framing subtle stone fruit and herbal notes that evolve gracefully through the glass. At twelve and a half percent alcohol, it achieves an elegant balance between ripeness and freshness, revealing the terroir's limestone-rich soils with admirable clarity. A decade into its evolution, this Riesling remains remarkably vital and structured, rewarding careful cellaring while remaining approachable now. Pair this wine with delicate seafood preparations, creamed mushroom dishes, or aged Gruyère to fully appreciate its nuanced complexity and food-friendly nature.
Data sheet
- Alcohol content
- 12.5
- Origin
- Deutschland
- Vintage
- 2013
- Region
- Pfalz
- Grape variety
- Riesling
- Closure
- Naturkorken
- Importer
- Siehe Erzeuger
- Producer
- Weingut Markus Schneider - D-67158 Ellerstadt
- Serving temperature
- 8-10 °C
- Body
- 3
- Tannin
- 1
- Acidity
- 3
- Sweetness
- 2
- Fruit
- 3
- Characteristics
- Dry, Mineral, Age-worthy, Classic
- Food pairing
- Asparagus with brown butter, Fish and shellfish, Hard cheese
- Élevage
- Stainless steel fermentation, classical vinification