Riesling, Marinushof - 2020

Name: Riesling, Marinushof
Brand: Marinushof
SKU: 46113
Price: 35.96 USD
Availability: OutOfStock

Item # 46113 750mL

High altitude, old vine Riesling grown in sand and slate soils benefits from long hours of sunlight and a dry climate. This powerful expression has medium body, high acidity, and intense fruit on the palate. Heiner and Sabrina Pohl operate a small farm here in the Val Venosta, growing a host of other fruit as well. Pair this dry white with bacon and bread dumpling soup.

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Color

White

Vintage

2020

Country

Italy

Region

Trentino-Alto Adige

Sub-Region

Alto Adige

Producer

Marinushof

Grape Variety

Riesling

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