Limited. The name of this renowned ancient site comes from the German word for 'pitchstone', the black basalt rock that dominates this vineyard's soil. These rocks are the legacy of the Pechsteinkopf volcano and grant the wines from this site an unmistakable precision and intensity and a spicy, smoky, iodine character. Two other idiosyncrasies of the site: a higher-than-average portion of clay (for Forst) that aids water retention, and the presence of a two-metre layer of limestone that is penetrated by the roots of the oldest vines. Von Buhl is the largest holder in this site, farming some five hectares (out of Intensely deep, spicy and racy, this is the most tightly wound of the Rieslings we offer today - expect racy, yellow plum, citrus pith, white floral and lots of salty, smoky complexity. It is also perhaps the most impressive wine. The note below sums it up well.

"Penetratingly pungent and high-toned aromas of peppermint, boxwood and lemon zest cover over any aromatic influence there might be from a relatively new Austrian cask. The feel here is polished and strikingly waxy. Alkaline and saline notes serve for enhanced invigoration and saliva-inducement on a resonant and rich yet refreshingly bright finish. Last tasted from cask shortly before an August 2017 bottling, this wine will have a lot more to say given a bit of time." 92-93 points, David Schildknecht, Vinous