Fritz Haag Riesling 2023

Germany, Mosel
Bottle
Ratings
JS 92
Identity
Producer Fritz Haag
Year 2023
Vol 0.75
Grapes 100% Riesling
Color White
Sweetness Semi-dry
Tasting
Color Desc White wine with a subtle color typical of Mosel Riesling
Aroma Aromatic with fine peach, citrus, zesty lime, floral notes, and underlying mineral tones
Palate Balanced sweetness and lively acidity, delicate texture, bright and crisp with juicy fruit flavors and a refreshing finish
Finish Refreshing finish with a long, clean, stony character
Food Pairing spicy Asian dishes, seafood, shellfish, oysters, light vegetable dishes
Serving Temp Not specified
Aging Potential Young wines show finesse and balance; dry wines benefit from some aging to integrate palate elements
Profile
Acidity (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Body (1-5)
AVERAGE
Aroma (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Minerality (1-5)
AVERAGE
Enology
ABV % 12.0
Total Acidity 7.8
Sugar (g/l) 12.80
Aging Process Natural yeast fermentation in varying proportions of 1000 litre oak fuders and stainless steel, followed by maturation on fine lees for several months
Fermentation Natural yeast fermentation in varying proportions of 1000 litre oak fuders and stainless steel
Terroir
slate soil
Interesting facts
Historic family winery dating back to 1605, located in Brauneberg, Mosel. Estate farms 29 hectares exclusively Riesling. Known for intense slate character and pronounced acidity giving great aging potential.
Logistics
Cork screw cap