Hild, Sekt #52, NV

Hild is a small, quality-focused producer based in the Upper Mosel, a limestone-rich stretch of the Mosel Valley known for its long history with Elbling, one of Germany’s oldest grape varieties. Sekt #52 is made entirely from Elbling grown on calcareous soils near the Luxembourg border, where naturally high acidity and moderate alcohol make the variety especially well-suited to traditional-method sparkling wine. Farming is thoughtful and low-intervention, with an emphasis on freshness and balance.

The wine is crisp and precise, opening with green apple, lemon peel, and subtle white floral notes. On the palate, it’s refreshing, with fine bubbles, bright acidity, and a clean, lightly mineral finish that reflects the region’s limestone soils. Dry, focused, and expressive, this is a distinctive sparkling wine suited both for aperitif drinking or at the table.

Varietal: Elbling
Appellation: Upper Mosel, Germany
Farming: Sustainably farmed
Style: Sparkling. Dry, crisp, and mineral-driven