Selbachs have been cultivating Riesling vines in the Mosel since 1661. Today Johannes Selbach and his wife Barbara run the estate, which is now one of the leading producers in the Mittel Mosel. There are 10.6 hectares of vineyards including holdings in Wehlener Sonnenuhr, Zeltinger Sonnenuhr, and Graacher Dowmprobst. The grapes are handpicked and then fermented in traditional, large oak barrels. The emphasis here is on finesse and purity of fruit.

This is a fine result from a cool and rather wet vintage. Years such as these, with challenges, are when the great producers excel. Just so here; Johannes and Barbara have found a quartz-like mineral in the wine which, although off-dry, is poised and refreshing. Cool, beautifully fruity and energising.