P.J. Valckenberg Madonna Kabinett is a delightful German white wine that is produced by the renowned P.J. Valckenberg winery. This wine comes from the Rheinhessen appellation, which is known for its exceptional vineyard features, including a mild climate and fertile soils. The winemaking process involves carefully selecting the best grapes and using traditional techniques to create a wine that is crisp, refreshing, and full of flavor. The style of this wine is light and fruity, with notes of peach, apricot, and citrus. It is a perfect choice for those who enjoy a well-balanced and easy-to-drink white wine.
NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER
This P. J.Valckenberg Madonna Kabinett has a light golden hue and a nose of fresh apple, white peach and a hint of citrus. On the palate, the wine has a pleasant weight and texture with a good balance of acidity and sweetness. Flavors of apple, peach, and honey are supported by crisp minerality and a lingering finish. Overall, this is a refreshing and enjoyable Kabinett.
EXPERT RATING
3.3
Profile
Sweetness:
Semi-sweet
Dry
Lusciously Sweet
Alcohol:
Low
No/Low
Very High
Intensity:
Subtle
Subtle
Powerful
Body:
Medium
Light Bodied
Full Bodied
Acidity:
Vibrant
Soft
Crisp
Tannin:
No tannin
No Tannin
Grippy
GRAPES (5)
Riesling
Kerner
Scheurebe
Silvaner
Müller-Thurgau
ORIGINS
Winery: P. J. Valckenberg
Region: Rheinhessen
Rheinhessen is Germany's largest wine region, located in the Rhine River Valley in the western part of the country. It is known for its diverse range of wines, from dry whites to sweet dessert wines. The region has a long history of winemaking, dating back to the Roman Empire.
Rheinhessen has been producing wine since the Roman Empire, when it was known as the province of Germania Superior. The region was an important center of winemaking during the Middle Ages, and it was here that the first German wine laws were established. In the 19th century, the region experienced a period of decline due to the phylloxera epidemic, but it was revived in the 20th century with the introduction of new grape varieties and modern winemaking techniques. Today, Rheinhessen is one of the most dynamic wine regions in the world, with many winemakers adopting innovative approach to winemaking.