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The Schmitges family knows firsthand what steep-slope viticulture entails: immense effort, up to 100% manual labor (and not just during the harvest), enormous physical exertion, and maximum passion for the craft are the prerequisites.","products":[{"product_id":"schmitges-riesling-grauschiefer-trocken","title":"Schmitges Riesling Grauschiefer dry","description":"\u003cp\u003eGrey slate characterizes this Riesling from the Schmitges winery on the Moselle — mineral, taut, with a fruit precision that is typical for the region.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e Schmitges is a traditional family winery in Erden on the Middle Moselle, cultivating its Riesling vineyards on grey and blue slate soil. The slate retains heat, releases it to the vines at night, and leaves its imprint directly in the glass. This wine is produced from selective hand-harvesting, six hours of maceration, and gentle pressing—followed by fermentation at a constant 16°C for three months and aging in stainless steel to preserve the clarity of the fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e In the glass, it displays aromas of white peach, lime zest, and a subtle mineral undertone. The acidity is present but integrated—not aggressive, but a calm framework that gives the wine length. The finish is salty and dry with a hint of flint.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e Serving temperature 10–12 °C. Pairs well with baked whitefish or trout, asparagus dishes with hollandaise sauce, or a mature goat cheese. 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The red Devonian slate of these sites imparts a characteristic minerality and lively acidity to the wines—even in an approachable everyday wine like this one, the imprint of origin is noticeable.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e In the glass, the Riesling displays aromas of \u003cb\u003epeach, green apple, and a hint of lime zest\u003c\/b\u003e . The residual sweetness is subtly integrated and balanced by a fresh, crisp acidity—neither heavy nor fleeting, but pleasantly juicy. 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The Rivaner – a classic cross between Riesling and Silvaner – is consistently bred for freshness here: short maceration, temperature-controlled fermentation in stainless steel tanks, and brief lees aging. No oak, no heaviness.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e In the glass, it displays a pale straw yellow color. The nose offers aromas of light apple, a touch of quince, and a hint of blossom. On the palate, it is light, with mild acidity and dry fruit that doesn\u0026#39;t linger – nor should it. 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This rosé also grows on these distinctive soils—this shapes the lively acidity and the elegant texture that make it so enjoyable to drink.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e The glass reveals aromas of strawberry, raspberry, and a hint of white peach. \u003cb\u003e\u0026quot;Off-dry\u0026quot;\u003c\/b\u003e here means a subtle residual sweetness that supports the fruit notes without being heavy. 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A short period of aging on the fine lees rounds off the juicy, refined fruit aromas.","brand":"Weingut Schmitges","offers":[{"title":"2024","offer_id":52695078535504,"sku":"V05199","price":9.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"2025","offer_id":53093118116176,"sku":"V05199-2025","price":9.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0896\/3509\/4864\/files\/VinoSCOUT_V05199.webp?v=1771238534"},{"product_id":"schmitges-riesling-trocken-10l","title":"Schmitges Riesling dry 1.0L","description":"\u003cp\u003eA Riesling for everyday use that offers more than its price suggests: fresh, uncomplicated, with the typical Mosel character in the glass.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e For generations, \u003cstrong\u003ethe Schmitges winery\u003c\/strong\u003e has cultivated vineyards along the Middle Moselle around Erden and Traben-Trarbach – one of the classic Riesling regions, where slate soils and cool nights give the wine its characteristic acidity. 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