The Erste Lage Spiess lies on a hillside overlooking Deidesheim. The name comes from the vineyard’s shape, which resembles a spearhead, “Spiess” meaning spear in German.
"Taut and citric on the nose – lemon and lime zest – this keeps its cards close to its chest. All becomes clearer on the palate, which has a fabulous sense of stony minerality, anchoring you to the soil rather spectacularly. This is only just starting out on its life and although it is all in impressive harmony, it is one to put away for the foreseeable.
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Germany produces some of the world’s very finest white wines, presenting natural, grapey richness complemented by racy acidity. A really fine example sets off a roller coaster of emotion akin to a skilfully played piece of music.
