Friedrich-Wilhelm-Gymnasium Fritz Willi Riesling 2024 vs Saint Clair Sauvignon Blanc 2024
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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 | Saint Clair |
| Style | White | White |
| Grape | Riesling | Sauvignon Blanc |
| 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
Saint Clair Sauvignon Blanc 2024
Saint Clair Family Estate was founded by Neal and Judy Ibbotson, pioneers of the Marlborough wine industry. Since planting their first vineyards in 1978 and establishing the estate in 1994, they have cultivated 160 hectares across ten prime Marlborough sites, selected for their unique terroir and capacity to produce premium grapes. The estate follows sustainable viticulture practices and holds Sustainable Wines of New Zealand certification. Saint Clair is internationally acclaimed for its Sauvignon Blanc, consistently producing wines of elegance, purity, and distinctive Marlborough character. Vineyard The grapes for 'Origin' are sourced from select vineyards in the lower Wairau sub-region, regarded as Marlborough’s finest area for Sauvignon Blanc. The vineyards are planted on alluvial, silt-rich soils, contributing to vibrant aromatics and structured fruit. Harvesting is carefully timed to ensure maximum flavour maturity and physiological ripeness, preserving the delicate balance of acidity and complexity in the grapes. Winemaking Grapes are pressed immediately after harvest to minimise skin contact and preserve aromatic intensity. Following cold settling, fermentation occurs in 100% stainless steel at cool temperatures using selected yeasts, allowing the wine to retain freshness, clarity, and varietal purity. Only the finest parcels are chosen for the final blend, ensuring depth and complexity. Tasting Notes Herbaceous and crisp, with intense aromas of passionfruit, grapefruit, and green apple complemented by a subtle hint of jalapeño pepper. The palate is rich yet refined, layered with white stone fruit, grapefruit pith, and blackcurrant, culminating in a salty, mineral finish. A vibrant expression of Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc with excellent balance and freshness. Grape Variety Sauvignon Blanc 100%
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