Clemens Busch, Riesling Vom Roten Schiefer 2023
Clemens Busch, Riesling Vom Roten Schiefer 2023 is a dry, light-bodied white from Riesling (Mosel, Germany), in the crisp, dry whites style. Acidity is very high; oak influence is none. Good with Thai food, roast pork, white fish, shellfish. Biodynamic farming is mentioned by the merchant.
| Wine | Sweet | Body | From | |
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| Framingham Classic Riesling 2024 Framingham · Marlborough | £20.58 |
The Vom Roten Schiefer hails from Germany’s Mosel, around Piesport and the steep vineyards lining the river. This cool-climate region is famed for its dramatic slopes and slate-rich soils, which are ideal for precise, expressive Riesling. The red slate (Roten Schiefer) gives the wine its name and character, storing daytime heat to aid slow ripening and lending a vivid mineral edge, clarity and racy acidity that define top Mosel wines. The 2023 vintage offers a luminous character with floral notes, lively acidity, and remarkable aging potential. Clemens and his wife Rita are a humble yet hugely respected duo, having built a cult following over the past 30 years for their incredibly precise, richly textured, and terroir-driven wines. Produced biodynamically and organically since 1984, they are a compelling choice for Riesling enthusiasts who appreciate a mineral-driven profile.