A.Christmann Riesling AUS DEN LAGEN Bio 2023 white

A. Christmann Riesling *Aus den Lagen* Bio 2023 is the new, refined gateway into the estate’s top vineyard sites in the Pfalz. Crafted exclusively from organically farmed VDP.ERSTE LAGE and VDP.GROSSE LAGE parcels, it brings the precision and depth of grand cru material into a remarkably accessible Riesling. This cuvée replaces the former estate and village-level wines, clearly signaling Christmann’s focus on origin, finesse and terroir expression from the very first sip.

Tasting Notes
In the glass, the 2023 *Aus den Lagen* shines a pale, luminous straw yellow with green reflexes, underscoring its youthful energy and freshness. The nose is cool, precise and quietly intense: notes of lime zest, green apple and white peach are layered with crushed slate, wet stone, fresh herbs and a hint of jasmine and citrus blossom. It’s a distinctly “crystalline” aromatic profile—clean, focused and mineral-driven rather than opulent. On the palate, this Riesling is taut, dry and finely etched, with a vibrant acidity that feels both racy and well integrated. Citrus and stone fruit—think lime, grapefruit, and just-ripe nectarine—are framed by a saline, stony minerality that stretches the wine out on a long, linear finish. The texture is slender yet firm, with a touch of creaminess from traditional large oak that never overwhelms the clarity of fruit. Enjoyable now for its youthful snap and purity, it has the structure to evolve gracefully for 5–8 years, gaining more complexity, spice and textural depth with bottle age.

Production
The fruit for *Aus den Lagen* comes from some of Christmann’s best sites around Gimmeldingen, Ruppertsberg, Neustadt and Königsbach, including renowned vineyards such as Meerspinne, Vogelsang and Idig. These are privileged Pfalz terroirs, marked by a mix of sandstone, limestone and loess, which give both aromatic lift and a distinctive, stony backbone to the Riesling. The estate is certified organic (Bio), and all grapes are harvested by hand to allow strict selection in the vineyard. After a short maceration on the skins in the press, the must is allowed to ferment spontaneously with native yeasts. The wine is then matured largely without temperature control in traditional Doppelstückfässer (large 2,400L casks), a gentle, time-honored approach that preserves freshness while adding subtle texture. An intentionally early bottling locks in the wine’s vibrancy and precise terroir expression.

Food & Serving
This is a versatile, gastronomic Riesling that excels at the table. Its brisk acidity and mineral edge make it an ideal partner for shellfish (oysters, prawns, crab), delicate white fish, sushi and sashimi, as well as lighter vegetable dishes such as asparagus, fresh salads with citrus dressings or goat cheese, and subtly spiced Asian cuisine (think Vietnamese, Japanese or lightly spiced Thai). It also pairs beautifully with classic German dishes like trout ‘Müllerin Art’ or simple roast chicken with herbs. Serve well chilled at 8–10°C. Decanting is not essential, but a brief 15–30 minutes in a carafe or some time in the glass will help the wine open up its floral and mineral nuances.

Producer
Weingut A. Christmann is one of the leading estates of the Pfalz and a long-standing member of the VDP, renowned for its uncompromising focus on dry, terroir-driven Rieslings and Pinot-based wines. Family-owned for generations and currently under the guidance of Steffen Christmann and his daughter Sophie, the estate has been a driving force in the shift toward organic and biodynamic viticulture in the region. Their vineyards include some of the most celebrated sites in the Mittelhaardt, such as Idig, Meerspinne and Ölberg, which consistently yield wines of depth, elegance and longevity. Christmann’s commitment to expressing the character of each site—combined with low yields, careful handwork and traditional large cask maturation—has earned the winery a reputation as a benchmark producer in the Pfalz and across Germany.

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