Zilliken Butterfly Riesling feinherb 2024 – Saar-Riesling with Lightness and Character
Zilliken Butterfly Riesling feinherb 2024 is an elegant, off-dry white wine from the renowned Forstmeister Geltz-Zilliken winery on the Saar. With its vibrant freshness, delicate fruit notes and a perfectly balanced sweet-acid structure, it is the ideal companion for spring and summer. The name BUTTERFLY stands for lightness, finesse and the pure joy of indulgence.
- Fruity Elegance: Aromas of ripe peach, green apple and citrus fruits give the wine a refreshing yet complex note.
- Off-Dry Pleasure: The harmonious balance between subtle residual sweetness and lively acidity ensures a pleasant drinking experience and long-lasting flavor.
- Versatile Food Companion: Whether with Asian dishes, light summer salads or simply on its own – this Riesling suits many occasions and culinary delights.
Fruity Freshness and Aromatic Depth
The Zilliken Butterfly Riesling feinherb 2024 delights with a bouquet of juicy citrus fruits, green apple and a hint of peach. This fruity freshness is complemented by fine floral notes reminiscent of orange blossoms and white lilac. On the palate, the wine is lively and balanced, with a pleasant residual sweetness that underscores the fruit aromas and ensures a long, elegant finish. This off-dry Riesling from the Forstmeister Geltz Zilliken winery is a delicious, fresh drinking pleasure, where balanced sweetness meets a good acid structure, as well as fine slate spiciness.
Saar Terroir in Perfection
The grapes for this Riesling come from the renowned Saarburger Rausch, Ayler Kupp and Niedermenniger Herrenberg vineyards. The Devonian slate soils and the cool climate of the Saar region give the wine its characteristic minerality and freshness. The careful hand-picking and traditional vinification at the Forstmeister Geltz-Zilliken winery by winemaker Dorothee Zilliken guarantee the highest quality and authenticity.
Versatility for Every Occasion
Whether as an aperitif, with light appetizers or with spicy Asian dishes – the Zilliken Butterfly Riesling feinherb 2024 is a versatile companion. Its balanced structure and the harmonious combination of fruit and acidity make it a wine that delights both connoisseurs and enthusiasts. Serve it well chilled at 10-12°C and enjoy the lightness of the Saar-Riesling to the fullest.
Zilliken Butterfly 2024 – discover the off-dry Riesling with aromas of citrus fruits and peach and an elegant companion with fruity freshness and elegant lightness for many occasions.
The Zilliken Butterfly 2024 is a fruity-sweet Riesling from the Saar, grown on Devonian slate, it shows a fine minerality. Light and delicate, it dances on the tongue like a butterfly.
Zilliken Butterfly 2024 – a Wine and its Values
- Origin Wine from Germany
- Growing region Saar (Mosel)
- VDP. Weingut Forstmeister Geltz Zilliken
- Grape variety Riesling
- 11.0% Alcohol
- 17.0g/l Residual Sugar
- 8.4g/l Acidity