2024 Günther Steinmetz Riesling Mosel Piesporter Treppchen Grosses Gewächs

About Weingut Günther Steinmetz and the Moselle region

Weingut Günther Steinmetz, located in Brauneberg on the Mosel River, is one of Germany's most respected producers. The family business began in the 1950s and is now led by Stefan Steinmetz , who enjoys worldwide recognition for his pure and mineral style. The vineyards are situated on extremely steep slopes with old vines deeply rooted in the typical slate soils. Hand-harvesting and spontaneous fermentation allow the wines to retain their natural character and terroir expression.
The Mosel is one of Germany's coolest wine regions, resulting in a long aging period and refreshing acidity in the wines. The river reflects sunlight and moderates temperature fluctuations, which promotes the maturation of Riesling. This unique combination of climate and soil produces wines with finesse, tension, and a pronounced minerality.

The Piesporter Treppchen vineyard

The Piesporter Treppchen is one of the most famous vineyards on the Mosel and belongs to the top classification of Grosses Gewächs . The name refers to the small "steps" that were once carved into the steep slope to provide winegrowers with access. The plot for this wine is located in the lower part of the slope, where the soil is richer in fine slate and clay.
The vines are on average over 60 years old , resulting in very low yields and concentrated grapes. The combination of old vines, southern exposure, and richer soil creates a powerful, expressive style with tropical fruit, tension, and length.

Vinification and style according to the fact sheet

The harvest took place in the last week of October 2024. The grapes were hand-picked and rigorously selected. The wine was spontaneously fermented with indigenous yeasts and aged for several months on its fine lees, partly in stainless steel and partly in large wooden vats (foudre).
The result is a dry Riesling with an alcohol content of 12.5%. The wine combines power with precision and displays the pure Steinmetz signature: intense fruit, bright acidity, and a striking mineral backbone. Its structure and balance give this wine excellent aging potential, with a recommended drinking window of 2028 to 2060 .

Tasting notes and character

The 2024 Riesling Piesporter Treppchen GG reveals a bright, light gold color with a silvery sheen in the glass. The aroma reveals notes of mango, passion fruit, yellow peach , and a hint of smoke and citrus zest. The wine is expressive yet retains elegance thanks to a cool, mineral note reminiscent of wet stone.
On the palate, it combines ripe fruit with vibrant freshness. The structure is compact and energetic, with lively acidity and a long, salty finish. The balance between ripeness and tension makes this wine both powerful and refined. According to Vinous (96 points), this is a "large but perfectly proportioned wine, solid and fine, with a slender contour." James Suckling awarded the wine 98 points and calls it "terrific aromas of yellow peaches, smoke, and yellow grapefruit… gigantic energy in the racy but beautifully balanced finish."

The character of the 2024 wine year

The 2024 vintage was challenging for the Mosel, but delivered stunning results for Steinmetz. Due to limited fruit set and older vines, yields were about a third lower than usual, but the concentration was all the higher. The dry wines, including this Piesporter Treppchen GG, fermented easily to almost zero residual sugar, resulting in wines with pronounced clarity and precision. The year yielded a collection that critics called "nothing short of breathtaking."

Serving tips and storage potential

While this wine is already showing its class, it truly shines from 2027 onwards, reaching its peak in the decades that follow. Serve slightly chilled, around 10°C, in a generous glass to allow its aromatic depth to fully unfold. This wine is an ideal choice for lovers of great dry Rieslings who appreciate elegance and intensity.

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Wine and food pairings

• Grilled sea bass with lemon butter and green asparagus – the wine refreshes the oiliness of the fish and emphasises its salty notes.
• Coquilles Saint-Jacques with saffron risotto – the creamy texture of the risotto contrasts beautifully with the mineral precision of the Riesling.
• Veal tenderloin with lemon-thyme sauce – the subtle acidity in the wine enhances the soft spiciness and fresh notes of the dish.
• Langoustines with beurre blanc and fennel – the elegant acidity lifts the creamy sauce and adds extra tension.
• Goat cheese tarte tatin with honey and thyme – the wine's fruity expression harmoniously complements the sweet-savory combination.
• Truffle and Parmesan Ravioli – the wine keeps the rich flavours alive with its fresh citrus and stony undertones.