Dr. Loosen Riesling Auslese
1999, Mosel, Germany
Dr. Loosen Riesling Auslese
Riesling Auslese
Dr. Loosen
About the Wine
The Dr. Loosen estate has been in the same family for over 200 years. Erdener Prälat is considered by many wine lovers to be the greatest vineyard in the Mosel region. This four-acre site has perfect southern exposure, a 100-percent (45°) slope, very old vines. Cool fermentation in stainless steel. Fermentation stopped by chilling. Alcohol: 9.0%.
Tasting Notes
"Luscious notes of apricot preserve, honey and marmalade combine in this powerfully concentrated auslese. Sourced from red-slate soils of the Erdener Prälat vineyard, it's intensely fruity and lusciously sweet but spicy and earthen too, accented by hints of ash, saffron and struck slate. Supple and dainty yet nervous with an electric tension, it's a fantastic wine to enjoy young or to mature for decades to come. Anna Lee C. Iijima" - 98/100, Wine Enthusiast
Pairing Recommendation
Aromas of honey, ripe tropical fruits, peach, and citrus allow pairing this wine with seafood, pasta, light desserts, and even spicy food.