WEINGUT BRÜDER DR. BECKER
(Rheinhessen, Germany)
Lotte Pfeffer and Hans Müller took over the winery from Lottes' father in 1984, which by then, organic agriculture had been practiced since the mid seventies. It covers the span of 11ha, mostly on the base of slopes of the Rhine. They sowed clover, grass, herbs, and spread natural fertilizers and compost to improve not only the soil's natural fertility, but also the grape's resistance. It is a habitat that attracts useful insects, which helps combat destructive pests. In 2003, after many years trying, Hans and Lotte have convinced and helped all wineries in Luwigshöhe to convert to organic agriculture, thus creating a real organic ecosystem in the region. The vineyards sit in Rheinhessen on the terraced slopes of weathered limestone and loess soils. They face mostly south and southeast, maximizing the summer sun as it crosses the Rhine. They cultivate Sylvaner, Pinot Noir, Riesling as well as Scheurebe grapes. No matter which though, they push for pure terrior expression. They are slow and patient in the cellar, using time and gravity to vinify the wines as gentle as possible. Every process, from vineyard to bottle, occurs as it should. Through biodynamic practices they have achieved a complete natural harmony that has become the signature expression throughout each bottling. With the popularity of their wines spreading, perhaps their gentle, natural ways will expand, beyond the region as well.
Riesling Trocken 2008

100% Rielsing from the steeper parcels. Natural fermentation occurs in stainless steel tank. It is moved to old wooden barrels to remain on lees for 3mos. Bottled without filtration.