With its 4,200 ha (10,300 acres), the Nahe is one of Germany’s smaller regions, yet one of the most interesting thanks to its geological diversity. The vineyards stretch from the southern edge of the Rhenish slate mountains into the Nahe’s romantic side valleys marked by bizarre rock formations and lush, green hills. The Hunsr.ck Hills afford the vines protection from cold winds and excessive rainfall. In all, Rieslings as well as red and white Pinots thrive in the well-balanced climate.
Quartzite and slate predominate in the lower Nahe; porphyry, melaphyre, and coloured sandstone in the central valley, including weathered sandstone, loess, and loam near Bad Kreuznach; and slate, quartzite, and sandstone in the upper Nahe. From these diverse soils come brilliant, longlived wines with a fine spiciness, fruit, and lasting mineral tones. All that has made German wine famous can be tasted in the Nahe.
Riesling dry
1. 2010 Schäfer-Fröhlich Nahe Riesling QbA dry
Riesling dry
£166.20 case £13.85 bottle
Intensive Riesling aroma, refreshing nose of citrus notes, slim and elegant character. Perfectly incorporated mineral notes. Grapes from a variety of vineyards within the estate, primarily slate & porphyry soil.
2010 and 2011 available.
Riesling dry
2. 2011 Schäfer-Fröhlich Bockenauer Riesling QbA dry
Riesling dry
£205.20 case £17.10 bottle
Cool, firestone minerally nose with a hint of stone fruit aromas. Clear and tight, juicy with ripe stone fruit. Compact minerality that presents itself because of complex terroir expression. Racy acidity with a lively overall flavours, well balanced and harmonious.
Riesling dry
3. 2010 Schäfer Fröhlich Bockenauer Felseneck Riesling QbA dry
Riesling dry
£263.88 case £21.99 bottle
Cool, herbacious minerality. Dense and juicy, strong herbal stone fruit notes with underlying minerality. Even though high in extract, intensive and long finish, the wine appears elegant.
Riesling GC dry
4. 2009 Schäfer-Fröhlich Schlossböckelheimer Felsenberg Riesling Grand Cru dry
Riesling GC dry
£428.40 case £35.70 bottle
Stems from vines older than 40 years in age. The wine forms a perfect mirror image of the warm porphyry soil. Herb aromas are underlined by fine, racy fruit acidity and deep minerality.
Riesling fruity
5. 2007 Schäfer-Fröhlich Monzinger Halenberg Riesling Spätlese
Riesling fruity
£238.20 case £19.85 bottle
Exquisite aroma of wild peach, citrus zest, cassis and fine herbs. A superb density and elegance with a minerality that keeps it fresh and inspiring.
Dessert
6. 2006 Schäfer-Fröhlich Schlossböckelheimer Felsenberg Riesling Auslese (0,375l)
Dessert
£265.80 case £22.15 bottle
Best vineyard site, perfect ripeness and most selective grape picking which results in a wine with impressive minerality and Riesling aroma. A concentration of fruit and textures with depth. Perfect for aperitif.
Cost per case of 12 – inc. VAT, exc. delivery
(some vintages may vary)
Please note: trade pricelist is available on request.