Ratings
James Suckling 94 Points
Identity
| Producer | Weingut Wwe. Dr H Thanisch |
| Vol | 0.75 |
| Classification | Kabinett |
| Grapes | Riesling |
| Color | white |
| Sweetness | off-dry |
Tasting
| Color Desc | Bright, clear white |
| Aroma | Pronounced bouquet of very ripe red and yellow fruits, exotic and slightly spicy notes, with slatey minerality |
| Palate | Juicy mid-palate with well-integrated acidity, balanced by slatey minerality and fresh acids |
| Finish | Zesty and animating finish, dangerously refreshing with a focused and clean aftertaste |
| Food Pairing | Pairs well with light seafood dishes, Asian cuisine, and mildly spicy foods |
| Aging Potential | Drink now or lay down 2023 - 2030 |
| Serving Glassware | White wine glass |
Profile
Acidity (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Body (1-5)
LOWER THAN AVERAGE
Aroma (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Minerality (1-5)
LOW
Enology
| Organic | Yes |
| ABV % | 10.0 |
| Aging Process | Fermented traditionally in stainless steel with indigenous yeasts |
| Fermentation | Traditional fermentation in stainless steel with indigenous yeasts |
Terroir
| Fine slate soil |
Interesting facts
| Weingut Wwe. Dr. H Thanisch dates back to 1636 and is currently overseen by 11th generation Sofia Thanisch. The estate is known for its fine slate soils and steep Mosel vineyards. |
Logistics
| Cork | screwcap |