Monzinger Niederberg Riesling VDP Erste Lage Magnum

Monzinger Niederberg is one of the quiet classics of the Nahe region — not a loud wine, but one that reveals more and more in the glass.

Emrich-Schönleber has cultivated the steep slopes around Monzingen for generations. The Niederberg vineyard sits on slate and quartzite, partly interspersed with coarse pebbles—soils that impart the typical salty minerality to the Riesling. The vines are over 35 years old, their roots deep enough to maintain tension even in dry vintages.

Spontaneous fermentation, aging in large wooden casks: no new oak to overpower the wine, but a neutral vessel that allows the fruit and the terroir to speak for themselves. In the glass, the Niederberg displays citrus peel, white blossoms, and a hint of wet slate. The acidity is precise and vibrant without being harsh—the finish is long, saline, with a mineral aftertaste.

The magnum bottle slows down the aging process and gives the wine additional depth. Drinking window: 2025–2033. Serving temperature: 10–12 °C.

• Fried sea bass with caper butter
• Asparagus with hollandaise sauce
• Goat cheese with a little honey