In 2006, Frank took over his stepfather's business, and in 2009, he released his first bottled vintage. With great success. Every single wine is excellent. The vineyards are located in the southernmost tip of the Palatinate, where the grapes have no trouble reaching optimal ripeness. For this Riesling, they are first destemmed and then aged in used wooden barrels.
The name Palatinate comes from the Latin: Palatium, meaning palace. It is also called "the Tuscany of Germany" because of its climate and vegetation. (Rhineland) Palatinate is the second-largest agricultural area in Germany, bordering Rheinhessen to the north and Alsace to the south. Thanks to the Atlantic Ocean, the climate is mild with relatively little rain. The wind blows from the west. Summers are usually warm and sunny. In winter, the Haardt Mountains protect the grapes from cold easterly winds, while in summer, these mountains retain the heat. These are ideal conditions for grapes. And we see this reflected in the wines of Ellermann Spiegel.
Pouring the Riesling, the nose is dominated by a bouquet reminiscent of fresh citrus, sweet cherries, and salty mineral notes. On the palate, it's a juicy, fresh, and crisp wine with a hint of spice. An elegant wine with a slightly bittersweet finish. The careful work of the vineyards is definitely evident.
