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Westhofen Sylvaner Trocken 2022 Keller

Original price was: 63,00 €.Current price is: 58,90 €.

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

Description
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Westhofen Sylvaner Trocken 2022 Keller

Overview

The Westhofen Sylvaner Trocken 2022 Keller is an elegant and fresh white wine from Rheinhessen, crafted from one of Keller’s most renowned vineyards. This dry Sylvaner stands out for its lightness, aromatic precision, and subtle minerality, expressing the calcareous soils of Westhofen at their best. The 2022 vintage, balanced and fresh, produced healthy and intensely aromatic grapes, resulting in a wine easy to drink, harmonious, and versatile, ideal as an aperitif or paired with delicate dishes.

History

Sylvaner is a historic German grape, particularly rooted in Rheinhessen, where Keller selects high-quality vineyards to maximize the variety’s potential. The 2022 vintage follows the Keller family’s long tradition of vine cultivation since 1789. Thanks to optimal exposure and well-drained calcareous soils, this Sylvaner shows clean aromatics and fresh, linear structure, characteristic of the region’s best wines.

Vineyard Philosophy

Vineyard management is handcrafted and sustainable, with manual harvesting and targeted interventions to preserve grape integrity and soil health. Calcareous soils give the wine light mineral notes and vertical tension, while careful selection ensures only perfect clusters are harvested. The 2022 vintage favored a natural balance between acidity and aromatic intensity, producing a harmonious and vibrant Sylvaner.

Winemaking Approach

In the cellar, Keller applies natural, fruit-driven winemaking techniques, with spontaneous fermentation in stainless steel using indigenous yeasts. Steel aging preserves the Sylvaner’s freshness, aromatic delicacy, and minerality, avoiding over-extraction or invasive practices. Sulphur is used minimally, ensuring a wine that faithfully expresses the terroir.

Tasting Notes

Color: pale, bright straw yellow.
Nose: delicate and fresh, with green apple, pear, citrus, and subtle floral hints.
Palate: dry, light, and harmonious, with vibrant acidity, linear structure, and a persistent mineral finish. An approachable, elegant wine.

Pairings

Perfect with aperitifs, light starters, salads, white fish, and shellfish. Also excellent as an everyday table wine thanks to its versatility and freshness.

Technical Sheet

Grape variety: 100% Sylvaner
Vintage: 2022
Alcohol: approx. 12%
Format: 75 cl
Vinification: spontaneous fermentation in stainless steel with indigenous yeasts
Aging: several months in stainless steel
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.