Domaine Weinbach : Riesling Grand cru "Schlossberg" 2023

The poised balance of concentration, stony elegance and youthful freshness makes this great Alsace dry riesling as delightful as it is compelling. As it aerates, you come closer to the soul of the peach. There’s nothing dramatic about this beauty, but let yourself sink into the long, extremely refined finish and you won’t miss the huge statement it makes. From biodynamically grown grapes with Demeter certification. Drinkable now, but best from 2026.

The 2023 Riesling Schlossberg Grand Cru still has a touch of youthful yeastiness, which is absolutely understandable for a wine bottled last week. Yet a touch of lemon zest is irrepressible. The palate is completely clean-cut. This is naked stone: pure, bright, bone-dry and uncompromising. The mouth just keeps watering, abetted by some lovely saltiness. (Bone-dry)