Keller Morstein Winery Grosses Gewächs 2017

The 2017 Keller Morstein Grosses Gewächs is a prime example of dry Riesling from the Morstein vineyard of the renowned Keller winery in Rheinhessen. The Morstein vineyard is characterized by clay-slate soils, which impart a distinctive minerality and a clear identity to the wine. The 2017 vintage was warm and sunny, allowing the grapes to develop ripe fruit with a firm yet balanced acidity – ideal for a Grosses Gewächs that will evolve over the years. Critics such as Falstaff, Robert Parker, Jancis Robinson, Jeff Leve, and Wine Spectator regularly highlight the focused structure, fine saline minerality, and enormous aging potential of this estate wine, positioning Morstein GG as a benchmark for German Riesling.

Tasting note: The nose reveals yellow citrus fruits, grapefruit, ripe peach, and delicate flint notes, underpinned by an elegant floral component. On the palate, the wine presents itself with vibrant, crystalline acidity, a dense mineral core, and a precise balance between fruit and structure; the finish is long, focused, and noblely mineral. The structure promises further aging potential without sacrificing freshness. The predicted drinking window is between 2022 and 2035. Food pairing recommendation: Pairs well with grilled cod with herbs, scallops in lemon butter, rack of lamb, or spicy Asian curries – always complementing the mineral freshness of the Morstein.