This wine is pure volcanic poetry. Grown on the slopes of Mount Etna, Pietradolce Bianco is made from the Carricante grape that thrives in lava rock and seems to speak its language. It opens with lemon zest, crushed rocks, and a breeze of wild herbs, like standing on a windy cliff with the sea in the distance. The palate is electric: razor-sharp acidity wrapped in a sleek, mineral frame. It’s lean but full of intention, finishing with a smoky, saline snap that lingers like a secret. Perfect with fresh oysters, grilled swordfish, or late-night stargazing when the air smells like stone and sea.

In 1805, Napoleon issued an imperial edict which consolidated all the various hospitals in Trier; homes for lepers, for the poor and orphanages. This was the beginnings of the foundation of the United Hospices, Vereinigte Hospitien, which was then part of the French Empire. Over 25 hectares of vineyards are cultivated mainly thanks to endowments and gifts, and are situated in the Saar and Mosel.

This beautiful expression of dry Riesling is versatile. Enjoy with seared scallops to Japanese curry. Honeyed petrol and white peach dominate the nose and palate.