2019 J&H Selbach "Tradition" Riesling Kabinett Feinherb, Mosel, GermanyABOUT THIS WINE From an estate with 400 years of winemaking history, this feinherb (off dry) Riesling is sourced from vines grown in slate soils on the steep banks of the Mosel. ABOUT THIS PRODUCER Today, Johannes Selbach and his wife Barbara, with the help of son Sebastian, manage their vineyards and winery with passion and respect for the estates long held traditions. A substantial portion their 24 hectares of vines are on their original rootstocks,

structured

with whom Servin created a historic partnership 60 years ago

50% new with native yeasts

These are mature vines with a mix of clones

The vineyards belonged jointly to François and to his sister Genevieve and their respective daughters Nicole and Nathalie

There is always a cooling breeze coming from the sea

Elevage is in a mix of large wood (oak and acacia)

Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot are entirely destemmed and vinified in open concrete vats with light punching down and maceration lasting 2 to 3 weeks

Most important to him was Klaus’ unwavering devotion to quality and the understanding that “to make great wine you must start with beautiful grapes

Wines are aged for 16 to 18 months depending on the vintage

alongside Riesling from the cooler Strathbogie Ranges

at a temperature between 22°C and 28°c for about 10 days