Dr. H. Thanisch Berncasteler Doctor Riesling Auslese 0.375

Germany, Mosel, Bernkastel, Berncasteler Doctor
Bottle
Identity
Producer Weingut Wwe. Dr. H. Thanisch (Erben Thanisch)
Vol 0.375
Classification VDP.Grosse Lage
Grapes 100% Riesling
Color white
Sweetness sweet
Tasting
Aroma Pure fruit aromas of ripe yellow peach, apricot, and citrus zest, layered with honeyed richness and a distinct, stony slate minerality.
Palate An enticing marriage of very pure fruit and slate minerality, balanced by a vibrant, cutting acidity that slices through the rich sweetness.
Finish A long, focused, and incredibly precise finish that leaves a lingering impression of sweet stone fruits and clean, stony minerality.
Food Pairing Fruit tarts, blue cheeses, foie gras, or spicy Asian cuisine.
Aging Potential 20 years or more
Profile
Acidity (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Body (1-5)
LOWER THAN AVERAGE
Aroma (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Minerality (1-5)
LOW
Enology
stainless steel with indigenous yeasts
Terroir
Soil slate
Vine Age ungrafted Riesling
Harvest Type manual
Interesting facts
The estate dates back to 1636. Sofia Thanisch represents the eleventh generation of this family and is the fourth woman overseeing the estate. The Doctor vineyard is celebrated all over the world.
Logistics
Cork cork