Andreas Bender Riesling Sekt Klassische

Born in Leiwen in the Mosel in 1980, Andreas Bender first learnt about soil, viticulture and terroir from his father, a vine propagator, and he made his first wine when he was just thirteen years old! Even at this early age, he knew he wanted to do this for the rest of his life.

After studying winemaking and working in different wineries throughout Germany, France, Italy and the USA, he returned home in 2008 to set up his own project using his family’s vineyards.

"The most important thing for me are first-class grapes from the best locations, traditional winemaking and uncompromising quality.”

This Riesling Sekt is one of just two percent of production in Germany to classify as Klassische Flaschengärung or Traditional Method.

Dry and full of refreshing acidity, it has flavours of ripe citrus, melon, green apple and pear. Whilst it is excellent as an aperitif, its gently yeasty, umami notes, alongside honey and pastry, give it enough oomph to stand up to a variety of foods.