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98
/ 100
James Suckling -
96
/ 100
The Wine Advocate -
96
/ 100
Vinous
White
Classification
Riesling
Variety
2023
Vintage
750ml (Bottle)
Bottle Size
Germany
Country
Rheingau,
Region
13.0%
Alcohol %
15 Plus Years
Cellaring
Scores
98 / 100"The essence of steep, high-altitude vineyard Rheingau dry Riesling. Totally crystalline and precise, this is anything but big or loud, but is extremely pure and precise. Extremely delicate white peach, cloudberry and white flower aromas. Very stony, but every bit as graceful, the underplayed power first showing its hand in the extremely long finish, where there’s as much wet stone character as I can ever remember experiencing. From organically grown grapes. - Stuart Pigott"
- James Suckling
96 / 100
"From the highest plot of the Turmberg and the Gräfenberg (an old lieu-dit named Wasseros that Weil hasn't used for about 30 years) and at least 20-year-old vines rooting in phyllite slate, the 2023 Monte Nostrum Rheingau Riesling Trocken opens clear, precise and savory on the slightly flinty, very precise and coolish nose. Silky, juicy and with fine, crystalline acidity, this is a dense and intense yet pure and savory dry Riesling with a long, saline and stimulating finish. This excellent, very fine Riesling has a concentrated core of perfectly ripe fruit that is cut by laser-beam acidity. Excellent! It's a brand yet at the same time also a terror wine from a defined origin (Wassreros). 9,000 bottles were filled in late July/early August. Entirely sold via Place de Bordeaux. 12.5% stated alcohol. Natural cork. Tasted at the domaine in August 2024. - Stephan Reinhardt"
- The Wine Advocate
96 / 100
"The 2023 Riesling Monte Nostrum is a name borrowed from the Archbishops of Mainz, who referred to this elevated vineyard range as monte nostrum (“our mountain”) since the 12th century. This is made from the highest-elevation vineyards situated close to the forest. It was fermented spontaneously in large wood, with the goal of emphasizing precision and capturing the essence of these sites. Subtle citrus tones streak across the nose, along with some yeast. The palate is slender and vivid with lemon and streaks of pink grapefruit, alongside touches of juicy white peach. Zestiness defines the nose, palate and finish. Right now, fresh citrus triumphs, but this should turn into a sleek, bone-dry Riesling of immense energy and poise with its enlivening, energetic freshness. Wait for this. (Bone-dry) - Anne Krebiehl MW"
- Vinous
Tasting Notes
Each Robert Weil Riesling strikes a rare balance between finesse and complexity, shaped by the stony, mineral-rich soils of the Kiedrich hillsides. The estate’s signature style has earned worldwide acclaim, establishing it as a benchmark for Germany’s esteemed Riesling tradition.
MONTE NOSTRUM® originates from the highest, coolest sections of the renowned “Kiedricher Berg,” a hillside celebrated for its extraordinary terroir. These vineyards stretch nearly a kilometre along the ridge between the classified Turmberg and Gräfenberg sites, benefiting from barren phyllite-slate soils, optimal sun exposure, and excellent air circulation. The surrounding forest plays a vital role in regulating temperatures and providing essential moisture to the vines.
At the western edge of this ridge once stood a medieval stronghold, castellum nostrum, built in 1160 by the Archbishops of Mainz to guard the region’s most prized vineyards. Today, this historic site lends its name to this exclusive cuvée. The MONTE NOSTRUM® trademark is legally protected, and its label design dates back to the estate’s founding in 1875.
The unique cool-climate conditions of this site allow for the creation of Rieslings with extraordinary precision, minerality, and aging potential. As climate change reshapes viticulture worldwide, MONTE NOSTRUM® stands as a testament to Robert Weil’s dedication to crafting wines that express both their origin and purpose.
Tasting Profile
- Light
- Full
- Low Tannin
- Tannic
- Sweet
- Dry
- Low Acidity
- High Acidity