Ockfen BOCKSTEIN Riesling dry GG

The Bockstein in Ockfen is considered one of the great Saar sites – blue slate, extreme steepness, a microclimate that drives Riesling to unusual depth. Von Othegraven, one of the most traditional wineries on the Saar, vinifies this Grosses Gewächs with consistent craftsmanship: spontaneous fermentation included, which initially gives the wine a distinctive yeast spice on the nose – herbal yeast, slightly earthy tones – before ripe apricot and stone fruit emerge underneath.

In the mouth, the Bockstein GG appears lean and precise: finely juicy, with a firm acidic structure and a drive that keeps the wine lively. A restrained extract and fruit sweetness from stone fruit balances the slightly tart, mineral-slate character on the palate. The astringency is there, but integrated – no resistance, but contour. The finale is long, with stone fruit and salty minerality.

The magnum bottle (1.5 l) slows down the maturation and gives this wine even more time to unfold. Pairs with zander fillet on beurre blanc, mature Comté, or scallops with lemon butter. Serving temperature: 10–12 °C.