Dönnhoff Norheimer Kirschheck Spätlese
Grape varieties: Riesling.
Vinification: Careful manual harvesting, gentle pressing, followed by fermentation and ageing.
Aging: Large wooden barrels and stainless steel containers.
Colour: Lemon yellow.
Aroma: Clear, pure and intense nose, with hints of wet, crushed stones.
Flavour: The tangy acidity harmonises with the sweetness of very ripe fruit in this brilliant and wonderful Riesling. A Spätlese rich in character, with deep and intense flavours reminiscent of wild cherries.
Serve: 10 to 12⁰
Consumption: Immediate or storage.
Harmonisation: Ideal with fish, veal, scallops and lobster.
Producer: Dönnhoff
Enology: Cornelius Dönnhoff
Classification: German wines – Nahe DOP
Awards and Notes:
- James Suckling – 96/100 (2023)
- Vinous – 94/100 (2023)
