Purus Slate Tern

Tight and fresh, with citrus tones (orange), green herbs and some spice. Nice balance between freshness, richness, length and spiciness.

Protected from cold winds, the vineyard from which the grapes for the Schieferstern come lies in a hollow at the foot of the Hubertuslay mountain. The richly rooted slate soil gives the old but strong vines their flavour and also allows many herbs to germinate.

In the middle of the centuries-old cultural landscape of the Middle Moselle lies the wine village of Kinheim-Kindel. The Celts and Romans already used the ideal climatic conditions to grow wine in the region. The soil of weathered grey and blue slate gives fine fruit aromas and stimulating minerality to the wines produced here. Wines from Kinheim are rarely heavy and alcoholic, but have a delicate scent and are contained in their salty and cooling taste. The Romans knew why they were tending their vines here. Since 1978, Rita and Rudof Trossen have continued their efforts for natural viticulture. By working completely biodynamically, they promote a healthy natural vineyard.

Since 2010, Rita and Rudolf have dedicated themselves to making natural wine. As few interventions as possible: nothing in, nothing out - no additives and no filtration. Without sulphur as a stabiliser, the wine develops completely differently in aroma and taste and reveals hitherto hidden depths and finesse. The wines lie on the lees until all biological processes have been completed.

• Country / Region: Germany / Mosel
  
• Grape variety(ies): 100% Riesling
  
• Character: Mineral and spicy
  
• Quality mark: Biodynamic and Vin Nature (vegan)
  
• Tasting note: Tight and fresh, with citrus notes (orange), green herbs and some spice. Nice balance between freshness, richness, length and spiciness. Still youthful restless and playful, but with a clear handshake.  
  
• Delicious with: Aperitif, sushi, pork belly, chicken, sauerkraut.