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Emrich-Schonleber Riesling Lenz 2021

$2999

Spring in a glass—that's what "Lenz" means, and this feather-light Riesling from the Nahe's steepest vineyards lives up to its promise. Weingut Emrich-Schönleber sources from sites with dramatic 70-degree slopes, where quartzite-rich soils impart brilliant minerality and flinty spice. The wine sings with green apple, peach, and lime backed by pristine acidity and bone-dry electric character. Pure expression of a singularly mineral German site.

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  • If the wine is less than 10 years old and it is corked, you may return it to us for a full refund or exchange within 60 days of purchase. You must show us proof of purchase. We understand that you may not live near a shop and that it is difficult to ship open bottles of wine to us, so if there's any problem feel free to Contact Us and we'll work it out.
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  • We may, at our discretion and to the extent permitted by law, accept returns of unopened wines within 30 days of purchase if they were properly stored by the purchaser, subject to a 15% re-stocking fee.

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Robert Parker

92 points

"From reddish colored, weathered slate soils, the 2021 Riesling Lenz is pure, fresh and mineral on the nose that reflects the quartzite elements of the terroir and gives some flinty spiciness. Lush and round on the palate, this is generous and salty-savory Riesling with sensual and charming fruit and a long, savory and saline finish. Fabulous even at this early stage. Natural cork. 11.5% stated alcohol." —Stephan Reinhardt

More about Emrich-Schonleber

Emrich-Schonleber is one of the top estates of the Nahe, and indeed all of Germany. Family-run, they were established in the upper Nahe village of Monzigen over 250 years ago.

The Nahe is known for three things: Dönnhoff, Schaefer-Fröhlich and Emrich-Schönleber. The first two have been sought out here in the states for decades, while the latter has been mostly off of the radar, except for in-the-know German wine drinkers.

What is so fascinating about the Nahe in general is its diversity. They have an amalgamation of soil types, elevations, and aspects to work with, allowing for dynamic wines from every producer. Those three mentioned above encapsulate those differences perfectly. The first two fall on opposite sides of the style spectrum between opulence and cut. E-M falls squarely in between.

Their northerly collection of vineyards, on several isolated hillsides just south of the Mosel, allows for a cooler micro-climate and a razor-sharp backbone of acidity. At the same time, the intensity of the sun, captured in the photo above means fully ripened fruit, capable of incredible power. Coupling the acid and density, makes for a perfectly balanced style between the other two, more famous names and one that is sure to find fans from both camps.

Wine Details

  • Grape Variety

    Riesling

  • Vintage

    2021

  • Size

    750ml

  • Farming Practice

    Sustainable

  • Style

    Aromatic , Fruity , Minerally

  • Sweetness

    Dry

  • Body

    Light Bodied

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