2019 Peter Jakob Kühn Lenchen Riesling Trocken GG

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The Kühn family has been involved in winemaking for centuries. The estate, which dates back to the 18th century, has been passed down from generation to generation. Under the leadership of Peter Jakob Kühn, the estate underwent a transition to organic and biodynamic farming practices. This move reflects a commitment to sustainable viticulture and a holistic approach to grape cultivation.

Like many top German winemakers, Peter Jakob Kühn places a strong emphasis on Riesling. Riesling is known for its ability to express terroir and can produce wines ranging from dry to sweet. Kühn follows a philosophy of minimal intervention in the winemaking process. The goal is to allow the true character of the grape and vineyard to shine through in the final wines. The estate follows biodynamic principles in its vineyards. Biodynamics involves treating the vineyard as a self-sustaining ecosystem, taking into account lunar cycles and natural preparations to improve soil and plant health. Kühn often uses natural or spontaneous fermentation using indigenous yeasts. This can contribute to the complexity and unique character of the wines. Kühn produces a range of single-vineyard wines that showcase the individual characteristics of specific locations. The estate is known for making both dry and sweet Rieslings, which cater to a spectrum of preferences. Wines from Peter Jakob Kühn have received critical acclaim and awards for their quality and expression of terroir.

The lively 2019 Lenchen Riesling Trocken GG has a pure, intense nose, but still slightly yeasty with iodine scents, which also reveals straw aromas and notes of broken stones. Compact, vital and enormously salty on the palate, this is a rich and intense, tightly woven and mouth-tingling Riesling that combines richness and ripeness with purity and vitality. This is a Lenchen that seems to be closing at the moment, but should be great again in about five years.

FACT : The wine is in our conditioned Wine Warehouse and if you come to pick up the wine you will often also receive a nice discount. You will see the possible discount immediately if you choose Pick up on the Checkout page. We are located almost next to the Rijksweg with plenty of parking. Click here for address.

Specifications

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Type of Wine White
Country Germany
Region Rheingau
Winery Peter Jakob Kühn
Grape Riesling
Biological certified No
Natural wine No
Vegan No
Vintage 2019
Drinking as of 2022
Drinking till 2040
Alcohol % 12
Alcohol free/low No
Content 0.75 ltr
Oak aging Yes
Sparkling No
Dessert wine No
Closure Cork
Parker rating 94
James Suckling rating 95
Tasting Profiles Aromatisch, Bloemig, Complex, Droog, Fris, Fruitig, Mineraal, Strak, Wit fruit
Drink moments Indruk maken, Lekker luxe

Professional Reviews

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Parker

94

James Suckling

95

Wijnhuis

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Peter Jakob Kühn is a highly regarded German winemaker known for producing exceptional Rieslings, especially from the Rheingau region. The Kühn family has a long history in wine production and Peter Jakob Kühn has been instrumental in elevating the estate to international fame.

History of Peter Jakob Kühn

The Kühn family has been involved in winemaking for centuries. The estate, which dates back to the 18th century, has been passed down from generation to generation. Under the leadership of Peter Jakob Kühn, the estate underwent a transition to organic and biodynamic agricultural practices. This move reflects a commitment to sustainable viticulture and a holistic approach to grape growing.

Terroir of the Rheingau

The estate is located in the Rheingau, one of the most famous wine regions in Germany. The Rheingau is known for its steep vineyards along the Rhine, which provide excellent conditions for grape growing. Kühn owns and cultivates vineyards in prime locations in the Rheingau, including the prestigious Oestricher Lenchen and Doosberg vineyards. The soil of the Rheingau is varied, with slate, loess and quartzite contributing to the terroir. The combination of the river, the altitude and diverse soils creates a unique microclimate that influences the character of the wines.

Production by Peter Jakob Kühn

Like many top German winemakers, Peter Jakob Kühn places a strong emphasis on Riesling. Riesling is known for its ability to express terroir and can produce wines that range from dry to sweet. Kühn follows a philosophy of minimal intervention in the winemaking process. The aim is to express the true character of the grape and the vineyard in the final wines. The estate follows biodynamic principles in the vineyards. Biodynamics involves treating the vineyard as a self-sustaining ecosystem, taking into account lunar cycles and natural preparations to improve soil and plant health.
Kühn often uses natural or spontaneous fermentation using native yeasts. This can contribute to the complexity and unique character of the wines. Kühn produces a range of single-vineyard wines that showcase the individual characteristics of specific locations. The estate is known for making both dry and sweet Rieslings, catering to a spectrum of preferences. Wines from Peter Jakob Kühn have received high praise from critics and awards for their quality and expression of terroir.

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