2023 Peter Zemmer Rohracker Riesling Organic, Alto Adige

Peter Zemmer Rohracker Riesling Organic from Alto Adige is a crisp, elegant white wine that captures the cool mountain purity and fine mineral tension that define Riesling from this northern Italian region. Sourced from a steep, organically farmed single vineyard near Cortina sulla Strada del Vino, this wine is a rare and precise expression of Riesling grown in the southern foothills of the Alps—linear, aromatic, and driven by stony terroir.

The Rohracker vineyard sits at altitude on calcareous gravel and sandy soils, with excellent drainage and exposure to the cool alpine breezes that preserve acidity and detail in the fruit. Peter Zemmer, long respected for his commitment to quality and sustainability, farms this site organically, allowing the character of the land to come through with clarity and intensity.

Fermentation takes place in stainless steel to retain freshness and purity. The wine is then aged on its fine lees for several months, building texture and complexity without sacrificing the focused structure that makes this Riesling so compelling.

In the glass, Rohracker Riesling offers aromas of green apple, lime zest, white peach, and crushed slate. The palate is taut and refreshing, with mouthwatering acidity, citrus drive, and a long, mineral finish that speaks of its alpine origins. There’s a quiet elegance and a flinty backbone that makes it ideal for both early drinking and short term cellaring.

Perfect with sushi, fresh shellfish, grilled vegetables or tangy goat cheese, Peter Zemmer Rohracker Riesling is a refined and beautifully poised wine for those who love Riesling with tension, texture, and a sense of place.