With so many variables each vintage, understanding the subtle characters a vineyard gifts its wines can be tricky. But if youre a keen explorer, few places offer such a clear-eyed distinction between sites than Ernie Loosens exceptional GG wines

3 great vineyards, 3 soil types, all made in exactly the same way, from tiny parcels of ungrafted, century old vines. No show pony, this Urz-Wurz is the quiet sleeper of the trio, with its subtle power and mellow structure, gleaned from red volcanic soils.

Melting with fragrant red berry fruit and a herbal smokiness, give it time and space with a gentle decant and this will really blossom in your glass.

96 points
“The wines of this site have a reputation for aromatic extravagance and this is by no means reserved, but this Wurzgarten GG also has fantastic elegance. Glides over the palate, the concentration married to a silky texture and light-footed personality. Stacks of delicate wild flower and herb aromas. Drinkable from release.”
– Stuart Pigott (James Suckling)