Bockstein Riesling GG

The Bockstein vineyard is one of the great single vineyards of the Ockener Saar – steep, with blue slate soils, and characterized by long ripening. Nik Weis produces a Riesling from here that demonstrates what this vineyard is capable of: tension, depth, and aging potential.

The St. Urbans-Hof winery has been one of the most reliable wineries on the Moselle and Saar rivers for decades. Nik Weis, who runs the estate in its third generation, works with old vines on steep slopes that require hand-harvesting only. The Bockstein is one of his flagship wines – accordingly, the standards for vinification and aging are very high.

In the glass: Star anise and lavender on the nose, underpinned by fig, pear, and mandarin. The acidity is precise and densely woven, without being harsh – a sign of slow aging on slate. The finish is salty and mineral, long, with a slightly spicy herbal note.

This wine needs time. Drinking window: 2026–2038. If opening now, decant it at least two hours beforehand. Serving temperature: 10–12 °C.

• Zander fillet with beurre blanc
• Serve with scallops and lemon butter
• With mature Gruyère or Comté