Hofgut Falkenstein 'Gisela AP8' Krettnacher Euchariusberg Riesling Kabinett Alte Reben

Hofgut Falkenstein “Gisela AP 8” – Krettnacher Euchariusberg Riesling Kabinett Alte Reben - Saar, Germany

Producer's Notes: 

All the Riesling grapes are hand-harvested, gently pressed whole bunch, and their musts are left overnight to settle naturally, before being racked and fermented with ambient yeasts in old 1,000-liter Fuder casks and a couple of 500-liter Halbfuder. The father-and-son team of Erich and Johannes Weber eschew herbicides and favor low yields—just one short “flat” or non-arched cane (Flachbogen) per vine—to produce an array of dry (trocken), off-dry (feinherb), and fruity Saar Rieslings, which represent mostly cask-by-cask bottlings.

2024 Krettnacher Euchariusberg Riesling Kabinett “Alte Reben” Gisela (AP 8): yeasty, stingy, juicy, and very clear.

What we say:

A beautifully delicate yet deeply expressive Saar Riesling, Gisela AP 8 comes from old vines (“Alte Reben”) in the steep, slate-rich parcels of the famed Krettnacher Euchariusberg. As with all Falkenstein wines, it’s crafted with a feather-light touch - spontaneous fermentation, long élevage in old German oak, and no unnecessary intervention - resulting in a Kabinett of remarkable purity and finesse.

The nose is bright, airy, and crystalline, offering aromas of lime zest, green apple, white peach, and delicate florals layered over cool, smoky slate. On the palate, it’s filigree and lifted: feather-light in body with precise acidity, gentle natural sweetness, and a shimmering, mineral-driven finish that seems to float. The old vines add depth and quiet complexity without sacrificing the wine’s ethereal Saar character.

Grape variety: Riesling

Style: Delicate, lightly sweet, intensely mineral Saar Kabinett

Vine age: Old vines (Alte Reben)

Drink window: Now–2040+

Perfect for: Spicy dishes, fresh cheeses, shellfish, fruit desserts, or simply appreciating its finesse on its own

Pure, racy, and beautifully timeless - Falkenstein’s “Gisela AP 8” Kabinett is a masterclass in Saar elegance and one of the estate’s most sought-after bottlings.