Dr. Loosen Graacher Domprobst Riesling Grosses Gewächs dry

The Graacher Domprobst is one of the great Riesling sites of the Middle Mosel – blue-grey slate, steep slope, direct sunlight. Ernst Loosen, who took over the winery in 1988, consciously preserved the old vines of the site: vines aged 60 years and older provide concentrated musts with natural depth.

The Grosses Gewächs is fermented in used oak barrels and matures there for at least twelve months. The wood remains in the background – no touch of vanilla, no roasted aromas – but it gives the wine stability and creates that creamy texture that characterizes the house style. The nose reveals white peach, mint, and a floral undertone; with exposure to air, a fine slate spice opens up. Clearly structured on the palate, lively, with a long, mineral finish and rich extract fullness. Decanter rated the 2017 vintage with 91 points.

• Food: Zander fillet on leek vegetables, goat cheese tart, white asparagus with hollandaise sauce
• Temperature: 10–12 °C