Grapes: Silvaner, Portugieser + bit of Pinot Noir
Region: Rheinesshen, Germany
Vintage: 2022
Viticulture: Organic + biodynamic practicing
Soils: Limestone
Vinification: Portugieser and Silvaner were direct-pressed together. Native yeast only. Fermented and aged in 2400L oak barrels. The Pinot Noir part was added before bottling for a bit of extra pizzazz
Aging: On lees for 9 months, in 2400l neutral barrels. Pinot Noir aged separately and added prior to bottling
Fining or Filtering: None
Sulfur: None
Notes from the Importer: Max Dexheimer & his partner Marika Tikas are making beautifully singular wines that transport the soul of the Reinhessen into your glass. Max is a 5th generation winemaker – the winery in Saulheim was founded by his great-grandfather in 1896. Supported by his father, Max is gradually overtaking the family vineyards and changing the direction into completely natural winemaking (while his father is getting ideas from Max as well, such as making pet-nats). Another great support in Max’s life is his partner Marika – an Estonian sommelier who came to work harvest years ago, fell in love, and never left.
Pinot Noir and its different facets and clones are definitely one of Max’s centers of interest–and it’s no wonder. His native Rheinhessen area boasts limestone terroirs and a favorable continental climate; thanks to his family dexterity and long history, Max also enjoys many older vineyards on the coveted white slopes.
