Herr Ehrhard Unfiltered Riesling Trocken

Winemaker Carl Ehrhard on the winery

“I am Carl Ehrhard, based in Rüdesheim in Germany’s Rheingau region. Our estate has been in the family since 1815, and we focus primarily on Riesling, complemented by Spätburgunder. We farm organically and biodynamically, paying close attention to soil health and the individual character of our vineyards. In the cellar, we rely as much as possible on natural processes, including spontaneous fermentation with native yeasts. Our aim is to make wines that express not only the grape variety but also the distinctive character of their origin. We deliberately favour minimal intervention, allowing each wine to develop its own identity.”

And on Rheingau, Germany

“Our Herr Ehrhard is made from 100% Riesling, sourced from vineyards around Rüdesheim in the Rheingau. The steep slopes and mineral-rich soils help give our grapes their characteristic freshness and tension. We harvest by hand and allow the wine to ferment spontaneously with native yeasts. It then matures on its fine lees in amphora, gaining texture and complexity without the influence of oak. We bottle the wine unfiltered to preserve its natural character. On the nose, we find lemon, grapefruit and orange, with subtle notes of almond. The palate is dry yet rounded, combining lively acidity and ripe citrus fruit with a gently herbal finish.”