Dr. Lippold Empress Josephine’s Riesling 2022 is an elegant and finely balanced Mosel Riesling crafted in honour of Empress Joséphine, Napoleon’s wife and a noted admirer of German wines. Sourced from steep, slate-rich vineyards, the wine captures the purity, delicacy and mineral vibrancy that define classic Mosel terroir. The 2022 vintage produced beautifully ripe grapes with bright natural acidity, resulting in a Riesling that is both charming in youth and capable of graceful development.

Aromatically expressive, it opens with notes of lime zest, white peach, green apple and fragrant blossom, underpinned by a cool, stony minerality. The palate is crisp yet gently textured, offering a harmonious interplay of juicy citrus fruit, subtle sweetness and refreshing acidity. The finish is long, clean and quietly elegant. Dr. Lippold’s Empress Josephine’s Riesling 2022 is a delightful example of modern Mosel winemaking — vibrant, refined and effortlessly drinkable, whether enjoyed on its own or paired with light, aromatic cuisine.

Riesling (100%)

Riesling is one of the world’s most noble and age-worthy white grape varieties, celebrated for its purity of fruit, vibrant acidity, and striking ability to reflect terroir. Originating in Germany, where it thrives along the steep, slate-soiled banks of the Mosel and Rhine, Riesling is also a star in Alsace, Austria, Australia’s Clare and Eden Valleys, and emerging cool-climate regions worldwide. It offers a dazzling range of styles—from bone-dry to lusciously sweet—often with flavours of lime, green apple, peach, and apricot, alongside floral notes, wet stone, and, in aged examples, its signature petrol aroma. Naturally high in acidity, Riesling delivers freshness and precision even in sweeter styles, making it a perfect match for spicy dishes, rich cheeses, and aromatic cuisine. Revered by sommeliers and collectors alike, Riesling combines finesse, structure, and longevity like no other white grape.

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