Riesling Dry Grosse Lage Apotheke GG 'Magna Charta' Josef Milz 2020

The Riesling Dry Grosse Lage Apotheke GG 'Magna Charta' is a mineral and spicy expression of Riesling from the Mosel, the result of the long-standing experience of the family-run Josef Milz. The fine 'Magna Charta' selection comprises Rieslings of great elegance aged in small French oak barrels from Burgundy, with the use of wood always perfectly considered. The contribution of the wood, combined with the naturally high acidity of the Riesling, creates a harmonious combination that enhances the qualities of the grape variety and the terroir.

Josef Milz's 'Magna Charta' Riesling Grosse Lage Apotheke GG Dry is made from pure Rhine Riesling grapes cultivated on hills of grey slate characterised by very steep slopes, located about 200 metres above sea level and overlooking the Mosel River. Following the harvest and careful selection, the grapes are softly pressed, with the must thus obtained undergoing the alcoholic fermentation process in stainless steel tanks using only indigenous yeasts. Once fermentation is complete, the wine is left to mature for several months in multi-passage Burgundian oak barrels until final bottling.

The Grosse Lage Riesling Dry 'Magna Charta' Apotheke GG from Weingut Josef Milz has a brilliant straw yellow colour with golden-green hues. Aromas of pear, tropical fruit, citrus peel, violet, wildflower honey, vanilla and toffee describe the complex olfactory panorama, accompanied by a strong mineral vein and faint toasty hints. In the mouth, the lively freshness combines with the delicate sweetness, conferred by the slight residual sugar, in a progression of precious momentum and balance, with harmonious aromatic sensations that define the excellent final persistence.