Friedrich-Wilhelm-Gymnasium Fritz Willi Riesling 2024 vs Macon-Villages Chardonnay Reserve Personnelle 2021
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| Availability | In stock | In stock |
|---|---|---|
| Best current price | £16.99 | £16.99 |
| Current stockists | 1 merchant | 1 merchant |
| Producer | Fritz Willi | Macon Village |
| Style | White | White |
| Grape | Riesling | Chardonnay |
| Size | 750ml | 750ml |
| Where to buy |
Friedrich-Wilhelm-Gymnasium Fritz Willi Riesling 2024
Friedrich-Wilhelm-Gymnasium is one of the Mosel's most historically fascinating estates, with roots stretching back to a Jesuit school founded in Trier in 1561 — one of whose more famous pupils was Karl Marx. Wine production from the estate's vineyards helped support the school for centuries, and today the estate comprises around 25 hectares on the steep slopes of the Middle Mosel and Saar, exclusively dedicated to Riesling. The cellars lie deep beneath the city of Trier, where a stone in the foundations bears the date 1593. Why You'll Love It Fritz Willi is the estate's approachable, everyday Riesling — and it delivers everything you could want from the Mosel at this price point. Fragrant, fresh, and mineral-driven, it captures the essence of slate-grown Riesling without demanding cellaring or ceremony. The combination of stainless steel and traditional Mosel Fuder (1,000-litre oak barrels) adds a layer of complexity that sets it apart from simpler, fruit-forward alternatives. History in a glass, at a very reasonable price. Vineyard & Production Riesling grapes are sourced from the steep, slaty soils of the Saar and Mosel — the classic terroir that gives Mosel Riesling its signature minerality and precision. After careful picking and selection, the grapes are fermented in both 1,000-litre oak Fuder and stainless steel, with the two components blended later to add complexity and texture. The wine then rests on its fine lees before bottling to build further depth and character. Tasting Notes Fragrant aromas of ripe apricot and red apple open on the nose, with inviting floral lift. On the palate, delicious citrus characters are beautifully balanced by refreshing slate minerality — crisp, precise, and elegantly poised with a clean, lingering finish. Perfect Pairings A wonderfully versatile food wine, perfect with grilled fish, scallops, pasta with bacon or cream sauces, smoked salmon, Asian cuisine, Thai green curry, soft cheeses, or charcuterie. Also excellent as an a
Macon-Villages Chardonnay Reserve Personnelle 2021
This delightful Macon has been made with wines sourced from three different vineyard locations in the village. The wines are aged for two months in stainless steel to full integrate and achieve the personalised wine style of the winemaker, Samantha. Typical Burgundy style with up front fruit on the nose. The palate has buttery shortbread with a slight nuttiness, elegant and showing finesse. Fresh apples with cleansing acidity on the finish. Food Pairing: Grilled or baked fish, chicken wrapped with parma ham or grilled herbaceous mediterranean vegetable dishes.
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