Ockfen BOCKSTEIN Riesling dry GG

The Bockstein is one of the great Saar sites — Devonian slate, steep slopes, cool climate. What grows here tastes of its place: mineral, precise, with a fruit that never pushes itself to the foreground.

The von Othegraven winery in Ockfen has been part of the Kuhn family since 2010 and has quickly worked its way back to the top of Saar winemakers. The steep Riesling slopes at the Bockstein are hand-picked, the wines spontaneously fermented and aged in wooden barrels — classically Saar-style, without compromise.

In the glass, the GG shows a cool, flint-influenced nose, behind it mirabelle plum and fresh herbs. Firmly structured on the palate, with invigorating acidity and a body that has weight without appearing heavy. The fruit remains subtle — mirabelle, some citrus zest — embedded in a distinct minerality. The finish is long, stony, tart.

Serving recommendation: 10–12 °C. Pairs with grilled sea bass, zander in butter sauce, or an aged Comté. With further years in the cellar, the wine will gain even more depth.