Roxheimer Hollenpfad Riesling Trocken, Donnhoff 2020

Roxheimer Höllenpfad (red sandstone) was acquired in 2010. Höllenpfad, which means literally “path to hell” is a steep, south-facing side valley of the Nahe. The soils here are Rotliegend (middle Permian sandstone) and decompose to produce sandy topsoil. This is a very rare soil type in the Nahe, similar soil to Kastanienbusch in the Süd-Pfalz and the Roter Hang of Nierstein in Rheinhessen.

Dry Riesling with notably spicy fruit aromas balanced with a clear, crisp acidity. The vineyard’s red sandstone soil infuses the wine with a sprightly, almost peppery spice and characteristic fruitiness.