Structure

Bodymedium
Tanninlow
Acidityhigh
Sweetnessdry
Finishmedium
Oaknone or neutral

Drinking window

Best 2 to 10 years from vintage.
vintage2 yrs10 yrs12 yrs

Critic scores

No critic score is published for this bottle that we can cite with a reviewer, a vintage and a review year, so none is shown. The rating in the header is our own.

In the glass

Medium-bodiedLow tanninHigh acidityDryMedium finish

Aroma: green apple, lemon zest, white pepper, soft chalk

Palate: bright citrus, soft mineral spine, racy finish

A village-level Westhofener that distils the Wittmann house style: bright citrus, chalk grip and racy acidity at an entry-cellar price.

What it pairs with

  • Fresh oysters
    Racy acidity and chalk lift suit raw oyster brine.
  • Spaetzle with herbs
    Bright citrus and pepper match herbaceous German pasta.
  • Chicken schnitzel
    Acidity refreshes the fried crust.

History

Released annually as the village-tier Wonnegau Riesling at Wittmann, blending parcels around Westhofen below GG status to give a representative house style at entry price.

  1. 2007: Westhofener Ortswein launched in the new VDP classification

Facts

Producer
Weingut Wittmann · visiting guide
Grapes
Riesling (100%)
Classification
VDP.Ortswein Rheinhessen
Oak
Stainless steel and used Stueckfass; around 7 months on lees
ABV
12.5%
Price
EUR 22 to 30 at retail
Drinking window
2 to 10 from vintage
First vintage
2007
Biodynamic
Biodynamic Practicing
Organic
ORGANIC CERTIFIED
Vegan
Yes (no animal-derived fining)

Frequently asked about Westhofener Riesling Ortswein

What does Wittmann Westhofener Riesling Ortswein taste like?

Green apple, lemon zest, white pepper and soft chalk on the nose; bright citrus, soft mineral spine and a racy finish. Medium-bodied with high acidity.

When should I drink Wittmann Westhofener Riesling Ortswein?

Drink between 2 and 10 years from vintage. The Ortswein drinks well from release and improves slightly in bottle for a few years.

What food pairs with Wittmann Westhofener Riesling Ortswein?

Fresh oysters are the canonical pairing; spaetzle with herbs and chicken schnitzel are equally strong matches.

Is Wittmann Westhofener Riesling Ortswein vegan?

Yes. Wittmann's biodynamic protocol excludes animal-derived fining.

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