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Sylvaner Feuervogel 2020 Keller

Original price was: 62,00 €.Current price is: 57,70 €.

Year	2020
Manufacturer	Klaus Keller
Typology	White Wine
Format	75 Cl
Origin	Germany
Grape Variety	Sylvaner
Label	Indigenous Yeast, Legendary, Wood

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Sylvaner Feuervogel 2020 Keller

Overview

The Sylvaner Feuervogel 2020 Keller is an outstanding dry white from Rheinhessen, elegant and vertical, sourced from carefully selected vineyards by the Keller family. The name “Feuervogel” reflects the wine’s vitality and structure, combining freshness, minerality, and complex aromas of white fruit and delicate flowers. The 2020 vintage, marked by a balanced summer, produced perfectly ripe grapes, resulting in a wine harmonious, structured, and very elegant, enjoyable now but with great aging potential.

History

Sylvaner is a historic German grape, and Keller has selected specific vineyards to express its unique character. The Feuervogel project was created to highlight the finest expression of Sylvaner, focusing on terroir, exposure, and soil management. The 2020 harvest produced balanced clusters, with fresh acidity and intense aromatic maturity, resulting in a Sylvaner full-bodied, mineral, and refined, true to Keller’s style.

Vineyard Philosophy

The vineyard is managed artisanal and sustainably, with hand harvesting and rigorous grape selection. Calcareous soils provide tension, sapidity, and elegant minerality, while optimal exposure ensures even ripening and healthy grapes. The 2020 vintage favored perfect balance between freshness and aromatic complexity, producing a Sylvaner that is elegant, vertical, and vibrant.

Winemaking Approach

In the cellar, Keller follows natural, fruit-driven winemaking techniques, with spontaneous fermentation in stainless steel using indigenous yeasts. Aging in stainless steel and neutral wood preserves freshness, aromatic purity, and minerality. Minimal sulphur use ensures authenticity, faithfully reflecting the Feuervogel vineyard terroir.

Tasting Notes

Color: deep, bright straw yellow.
Nose: ripe white fruit, pear, apple, subtle white flowers, and mineral hints of flint.
Palate: dry, vertical, and harmonious, with vibrant acidity, elegant body, and persistent mineral finish. A wine with elegance, structure, and personality.

Pairings

Perfect with baked fish, shellfish, complex vegetable dishes, and delicate white meats. Also ideal as a meditation wine, due to its structure and aromatic finesse.

Technical Sheet

Grape variety: 100% Sylvaner
Vintage: 2020
Alcohol: approx. 12.5%
Format: 75 cl
Vinification: spontaneous fermentation in stainless steel with indigenous yeasts
Aging: several months in stainless steel and neutral wood
Philosophy: artisanal, indigenous yeasts, minimal sulphur
Additional notes: contains sulphites
Serving temperature: 9–11°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.