Ratings
2024 vintage barrel sample 95-97 points
Identity
| Producer | Dr. Loosen |
| Vol | 0.75 |
| Classification | VDP.GROSSES GEWÄCHS |
| Grapes | 100% Riesling |
| Color | White |
| Sweetness | Dry |
Tasting
| Aroma | Intense aromas of vineyard peach, green apple, pear, white currants, citrus notes, and fine aromatic herbs |
| Palate | Broad and refined palate with vibrant acidity and deep minerality, remarkable balance between fruit, freshness, and structure |
| Finish | Long, precise, harmonious finish with excellent aging potential |
| Food Pairing | Ideal with fish and seafood, white meat, Asian dishes with light curry, vegetables, aromatic herb dishes, and medium intensity cheeses |
| Aging Potential | Excellent aging potential, recommended to age for several years |
Profile
Acidity (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Body (1-5)
LOWER THAN AVERAGE
Aroma (1-5)
HIGH
Minerality (1-5)
LOW
Enology
| ABV % | 12.5 |
| Aging Process | Aged 12 months on fine lees |
| Fermentation | Fermented with indigenous yeasts |
Terroir
| Approximately 130 years |
Interesting facts
| Dr. Loosen is a renowned Mosel estate with over 200 years of tradition, led by Ernst Loosen, symbolizing the renaissance of premium German Riesling using very old vines and historic terroirs. |