Von Winning Deidesheimer Paradiesgarten Riesling Trocken, Pfalz 2021 750ml

The Von Winning Deidesheimer Paradiesgarten Riesling Trocken from the Pfalz region in Germany (2021 vintage) is a highly regarded dry (trocken) Riesling from one of the estate's top Erste Lage (Premier Cru) sites.

Von Winning, a leading producer in the Pfalz, focuses on precise, terroir-driven dry Rieslings with meticulous vineyard work and barrel fermentation. The Paradiesgarten vineyard is a cooler, elegant site near the forest edge on loam and sandstone soils, contributing to finesse and minerality.

Key Details

• Style: Dry white Riesling (Trocken), fermented spontaneously in 500L barrels and aged on lees for about 12 months, giving a silky texture with firm structure and length.
• Critic Scores: Often in the 90-point range (e.g., Wine Enthusiast rated the 2021 at 90 points).
• Price Range: Usually $35–$55 per bottle, depending on retailer.

Tasting Notes

This wine is elegant, juicy, and refined, with assertive acidity balancing the elements. Common aromas and flavors include:

• White and yellow stone fruits (peach, apricot, green apple)
• Citrus notes (lime zest, orange, grapefruit)
• Tropical hints (passionfruit, spice)
• Mineral/saline undertones, sometimes subtle petrol or white flowers
• A long, intense, salty-piquant finish with phenolic grip and finesse.

It's described as round yet tight, with a stimulating mineral core—very refreshing and food-friendly.