Hammel & Cie Local Hero Riesling & Sauvignon Blanc off-dry

Riesling and Sauvignon Blanc — two grape varieties that at first glance have little in common, but here create a harmonious cuvée: fruity and aromatic on the one hand, firm and mineral on the other.

Behind this local favorite is the Hammel & Cie winery from the Palatinate, one of the region's most traditional family-run wineries. The name says it all: no exoticism, no stylistic experiments, just an honest, everyday wine from their home region.

In the glass, the cuvée displays aromas of white peach, elderflower, and a hint of grapefruit—the Sauvignon Blanc provides the aromatic freshness, while the Riesling contributes a cool minerality on the finish. At just above dry, a gram of residual sugar remains perceptible without weighing the wine down: the acidity maintains the balance.

• Temperature: 8–10 °C
• Food: Asian cuisine with mild spice, goat cheese salad, grilled vegetables or tarte flambée
• Occasion: Terrace wine, uncomplicated summer evening