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Dalsheim Oberer Hubacker Monopol Riesling Trocken GG 2022 Keller

Original price was: 155,00 €.Current price is: 143,70 €.

Year	2022
Manufacturer	Klaus Keller
Typology	White Wine
Format	75 Cl
Origin	Germany
Grape Variety	Riesling
Label	Indigenous Yeast, Legendary, Wood

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Dalsheim Oberer Hubacker Monopol Riesling Trocken GG 2022 Keller

Overview

The Dalsheim Oberer Hubacker Monopol Riesling Trocken GG 2022 is a prestigious dry Riesling, one of the highlights of Keller’s production. The 2022 vintage was marked by a warm yet balanced climate, yielding grapes of excellent ripeness and remarkable aromatic intensity. This wine combines power and finesse, with a rich fruit profile and a pronounced limestone-driven minerality. It stands as one of Rheinhessen’s most iconic labels and a true benchmark among German Grosses Gewächs, with the potential to age and evolve for decades.

History

The Oberer Hubacker vineyard has long been recognized as one of Rheinhessen’s most outstanding parcels, thanks to its limestone soils and ideal exposure, which provide perfect ripening and consistent quality. The Monopol designation highlights Keller’s exclusive ownership, allowing total dedication and precision in vineyard management. Since 1789, the Keller family has preserved this treasure, passing down a philosophy based on excellence. Despite the challenges of the 2022 season, the harvest produced a Riesling of great richness and harmony, with the structure to rival the world’s greatest white wines.

Vineyard philosophy

Vineyard work is carried out with artisanal and sustainable practices, ensuring minimal intervention and maximum respect for the ecosystem. Grapes destined for GG are hand-harvested in multiple passes, ensuring perfect ripeness for each cluster. The limestone soils are key to the character of the wine, delivering freshness, verticality, and a distinct mineral edge. In 2022, the alternation between warm days and cool nights helped preserve natural acidity and tension, balancing the richness of the vintage.

Winemaking approach

The cellar work reflects Keller’s commitment to purity and precision. Fermentation takes place spontaneously with indigenous yeasts, mainly in stainless steel and partially in large neutral oak casks. This method preserves the Riesling’s varietal clarity while adding depth and structure. The wine is aged for several months, developing a defined, long, and persistent profile. Sulfite use is kept to a strict minimum to ensure the wine’s integrity and authentic terroir expression.

Tasting notes

Color: bright straw yellow with golden reflections.
Nose: layered and expressive, with aromas of ripe citrus, peach, apricot, white flowers, Mediterranean herbs, and mineral notes of flint and chalk.
Palate: dry, bold, and enveloping, with lively acidity, firm structure, and pronounced limestone minerality. The finish is long, elegant, and saline, leaving a persistent mineral trace.

Pairings

Perfect with seafood, oysters, shellfish, baked or grilled fish, delicate white meats, and refined Asian cuisine. It also pairs beautifully with aged cheeses and gourmet preparations that highlight its richness and complexity.

Technical sheet

Grape variety: 100% Riesling
Vintage: 2022
Alcohol: approx. 13%
Bottle size: 75 cl
Classification: Grosses Gewächs (GG) – VDP Grosse Lage
Vinification: spontaneous fermentation with indigenous yeasts in stainless steel and large neutral oak casks
Aging: several months in stainless steel and large casks
Production philosophy: artisanal, indigenous yeasts, minimal sulfites
Additional notes: contains sulfites
Serving temperature: 11–13°C

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Klaus Keller and the Excellence of German Riesling

Klaus Keller is the renowned winemaker behind Weingut Keller, one of the most prestigious wineries in Rheinhessen, famous for producing some of the world’s finest Rieslings. The Keller name is synonymous with wines of extraordinary purity, depth, and elegance, capable of competing with the great Burgundy Grand Crus.

The History of Weingut Keller

The winery’s origins date back to the 18th century, when the Keller family settled in Flörsheim-Dalsheim, in the heart of Rheinhessen. However, it was under Klaus Keller and later his son Klaus-Peter Keller that the estate reached the pinnacle of excellence, becoming a global benchmark for dry Rieslings.

Klaus Keller spent decades meticulously selecting vineyards and enhancing the terroir, drawing inspiration from Burgundian traditions to craft wines of remarkable longevity, complexity, and vibrancy.

The Terroir and Iconic Vineyards

Weingut Keller owns parcels in the most prestigious areas of Rheinhessen, with soils rich in limestone, slate, and marl, ideal for producing expressive, mineral-driven Rieslings. Some of the most renowned vineyards include:

G-Max – The rarest and most legendary Riesling from the estate, of unparalleled quality.
Abtserde – Known for its finesse and aging potential.
Hubacker – A powerful and structured Riesling.
Kirchspiel – Elegant, with a vibrant acidity.
Morstein – Famous for its intense minerality.

Winemaking Philosophy

Klaus Keller and his son Klaus-Peter have always prioritized terroir expression, using sustainable viticulture and a hands-off, artisanal approach in the cellar.

Their Rieslings, especially in trocken (dry) and Grosses Gewächs (GG) styles, are known for their crystalline fruit, lively acidity, and incredible depth.

Klaus Keller’s Legacy

Today, Klaus Keller is a respected and celebrated figure in the wine world. His legacy is carried on by his son Klaus-Peter Keller, who continues to craft extraordinary wines, highly sought after by collectors and wine lovers worldwide.

Weingut Keller is often referred to as the “DRC of Germany”, a comparison to the legendary Domaine de la Romanée-Conti, emphasizing the level of excellence achieved by the Keller family in the wine world.