Dr. Loosen Riesling off-dry

Ernst Loosen is considered one of the most influential Riesling ambassadors of the Mosel — and this off-dry entry-level wine shows why: approachable, but not arbitrary.

The Dr. Loosen winery in Bernkastel-Kues has cultivated some of the steepest slate slopes on the Middle Moselle for generations. Ernst Loosen took over in 1988 and consistently focused on low yields, old vines, and minimal intervention in the cellar. The off-dry Riesling is the entry point to the range—vinified with the same care as the top single-vineyard wines.

In the glass, an intense golden yellow. The nose opens with peach, lychee, and a hint of white blossom. On the palate, the typical Moselle acidity is evident, balancing the residual sweetness—no cloying sugar, but a fresh, fruity character with a clean finish.

• Food pairings: Thai curries, sushi, light poultry dishes or spicy cheeses such as Munster
• Serving temperature: 8–10 °C
• Drinking window: Now until 2027