Dönnhoff Riesling Nahe Hermannshöhle GG 2023 is a true legend of German wine, as Hermannshöhle has for decades been regarded as the finest vineyard of the region and one of the very best in Germany. The 2023 vintage comes to reaffirm this legendary status, earning top scores (100 points from James Suckling and 96 points from Robert Parker) and once again securing its place among the world’s greatest dry white wines in the world.

The Dönnhoff estate has been synonymous with quality and Riesling for more than 250 years. The modern era of the winery was shaped by Helmut Dönnhoff, while today Cornelius Dönnhoff continues with unwavering attention to detail and deep respect for terroir. The estate’s Rieslings are considered among the most elegant and iconic in the world, with unrivalled ageing potential. Dönnhoff Riesling Nahe Hermannshöhle GG 2023 is a global icon that every lover of the variety – and beyond – should have in their collection.

Dönnhoff Riesling Nahe Hermannshöhle GG 2023 comes from the historic Niederhäuser Hermannshöhle vineyard, with vines up to 75 years old – a Grosses Gewächs of mythical stature. This is a legendary site which, for more than 100 years, has ranked among the highest‑rated in the entire Nahe. The soils form a unique mosaic of slate, volcanic rock and limestone, giving the wine extraordinary complexity, intensity and precision. The grapes are harvested exclusively by hand, and fermentation takes place mainly in large traditional German oak casks, where the wine matures for around eight months, gaining depth without losing an ounce of freshness. The result is a highly concentrated Riesling, crafted for eternity.

This is a collectible bottle that deserves a place in the cellar of every serious wine lover. And really – how many wines do you know with such scores and such history at around €100?