Production
For over 100 years, the Hermannshöhle has been revered as the Nahe‘s top-ranked site and the benchmark by which all other vineyards in the region are judged. It takes its name from a small mine, or “Höhle”, in the middle of the hillside. “Hermann” is derived from Hermes, the Roman god of messengers and travelers, and the name likely hints at an ancient place of worship once located here. This site faces due south and lies 130 –175 m above sea level. Its soils are primarily blackish gray slate mixed with extrusive igneous rock, porphyry and limestone. For generations, this marvelous site has shaped our expectations for what fine wines from the Nahe can achieve.
Dönnhoff Niederhäuser Hermannshöhle Riesling Spätlese 2021 (6 bottles case)
Vivino ratings
Tasting notes
The Niederhäuser Hermannshöhle Riesling Spätlese 2021 from the southeastern part of the vineyard is very clear, pure and delicate in the concentrated nose. On the palate it is sweet, refined and very elegant, a weightless, salty and delicate, playful late harvest with great balance and finesse. Not dramatic, but calm and in beautiful balance.
Food match
Pork, Shellfish, Spicy food, Poultry
Info
Winery
Dönnhoff
Grapes
Riesling
Region
Germany / Nahe
Wine style
German Riesling
Alcohol content
8%
Allergens
Contains sulfites