Rauenthaler Baiken Riesling Crescentia VDP first location

The Rauenthaler Baiken is one of the great Riesling vineyards of the Rheingau – stony, steep, and characterized by volcanic Taunus quartzite. Eberbach Monastery, with roots dating back to the 12th century, has cultivated this vineyard for centuries and vinifies it as a VDP Erste Lage (Grand Cru) with the aim of bringing the character of the soil directly into the glass.

In the glass, the Crescentia displays a pale yellow color with subtle golden highlights. The nose opens with aromas of citrus peel and ripe white peach, underpinned by delicate vegetal spice and distinct minerality. On the palate, the promise is confirmed: fully ripe yellow stone fruit, a vibrant yet never harsh acidity, nutty notes, and a touch of residual sweetness that adds depth without being overpowering. The finish is long, interwoven with fruity and pronounced mineral nuances.

• Serving temperature: 10–12 °C
• Dishes: Pike-perch fillet with butter sauce, asparagus with hollandaise, mature Comté cheese
• Drinking window: now until 2028