We got off to an immediate tasting start as we went straight from Frankfurt airport to Rudesheim for a tasting at Weingut Leitz. Leitz have been a real success story of the Rheingau region and are flag bearers of top quality Riesling. Jan Schmidt conducted a fascinating tasting of six Rieslings with a great contrast of style. He gave us a great insight into the terroir of the region and the amazing diversity of terroir that exists on the incredibly steep slopes. Finishing off with a 2005 Riesling Spatlese Roseneck, it showed the longevity that these wines are capable of.
Back to the hotel for a quick celebratory glass of the famous German sparkling wine Sekt and then off to a traditional local restaurant for dinner.
Germany, here we come.