Balthasar Ress
Rhein Trocken Riesling
Rheingau, Germany
Balthasar Ress – Riesling Trocken – 2022
Rheingau – Germany 🇩🇪
Overview
An approachable, region-level dry Riesling from the Rheingau. This 2022 Trocken leans bright, casual, and easy-drinking, an entry point to the estate’s style, offering immediate freshness rather than layered complexity.
Aromas & Flavors
Crisp green apple, lime juice, and a touch of white peach. Light hints of citrus blossom and wet stone add a subtle mineral note. Straightforward and fruit-forward.
Mouthfeel
Light-bodied, refreshing, and clean. Zesty acidity drives the palate, finishing bright and uncomplicated. A smooth, casual trocken without the depth found in single-vineyard expressions.
Food Pairings
Sushi, salads, grilled shrimp, roasted vegetables, or simple weeknight dishes. A great “fridge door” Riesling for everyday enjoyment.
Verdict
A friendly, no-frills dry Riesling with easy charm. Less complex and more forward than the Hattenheim bottlings, but perfect when you want something crisp, refreshing, and uncomplicated.
Did You Know?
Regional “Rheingau” bottlings are sourced from multiple sites within the appellation. They are designed to showcase a house’s broad style, freshness, purity, and accessibility, without the specific personality of a single vineyard.
Balthasar Ress – Riesling Trocken – 2022
Rheingau – Germany 🇩🇪
Overview
An approachable, region-level dry Riesling from the Rheingau. This 2022 Trocken leans bright, casual, and easy-drinking, an entry point to the estate’s style, offering immediate freshness rather than layered complexity.
Aromas & Flavors
Crisp green apple, lime juice, and a touch of white peach. Light hints of citrus blossom and wet stone add a subtle mineral note. Straightforward and fruit-forward.
Mouthfeel
Light-bodied, refreshing, and clean. Zesty acidity drives the palate, finishing bright and uncomplicated. A smooth, casual trocken without the depth found in single-vineyard expressions.
Food Pairings
Sushi, salads, grilled shrimp, roasted vegetables, or simple weeknight dishes. A great “fridge door” Riesling for everyday enjoyment.
Verdict
A friendly, no-frills dry Riesling with easy charm. Less complex and more forward than the Hattenheim bottlings, but perfect when you want something crisp, refreshing, and uncomplicated.
Did You Know?
Regional “Rheingau” bottlings are sourced from multiple sites within the appellation. They are designed to showcase a house’s broad style, freshness, purity, and accessibility, without the specific personality of a single vineyard.