Riesling Juffer off-dry

The Juffer off-dry from Fritz Haag is a Riesling that takes the balance between fruit and tension seriously — off-dry not as a compromise, but as a stylistic device.

Fritz Haag is one of the most reliable addresses on the Middle Mosel. For generations, the winery in Brauneberg has been cultivating steep slopes in the Brauneberger Juffer, one of Germany's most renowned Riesling sites. Blue slate and the steep southern exposure ensure intense minerality and an acidity structure that gives Rieslings from this area their characteristic tension.

In the glass, the Juffer off-dry shows aromas of white peach, lemon zest, and a hint of apricot — underscored by a subtle slate note. On the palate, the residual sweetness carries the acidity without masking it: the interplay remains lively, the finish salty and fresh.

• Temperature: 10–12 °C
• Food: Asian cuisine with chili and ginger, crayfish, goat cheese, or spicy tongue sausage
• Occasion: Summer evening on the terrace or as an accompaniment to a light lunch