Bernkasteler Graben Riesling Spätlese sweet Magnum

Tasting Notes

A highly elegant, almost radiant wine. Fine herbal spice, fresh hay, flint, aromas of fully ripe apricot, grapefruit and honeydew melon, and a hint of fennel. This wine radiates perfect harmony with its elegant minerality, residual sweetness, and invigorating acidity, complemented by a delicate touch of salinity towards the finish.

Food Pairing

The Magnum bottle is suitable for any festivity. It pairs excellently with Asian cuisine, seafood, and perfectly with curry dishes. Naturally also wonderful with any dessert.

Processing and Aging

Strong selection in the vineyard and hand-picking were carried out for this late harvest. The grapes were lightly crushed in vats in the vineyard to ensure a longer maceration period. Whole bunch pressing took place over approximately 24 hours. The wine was fermented entirely in a single, used French Barrique for several months, without any added yeasts or enzymes. Afterwards, it rested on the fine lees for at least 3 months to gain more complexity and stability.

Growing Region and Climate

The Bernkasteler Graben is located in the immediate vicinity of the famous Bernkasteler Doctor vineyard. Ancient Riesling vines grow here on deep slate soils with a slope of almost 60%. This produces highly elegant, nuanced, and fruit-driven wines that are particularly unforgettable in the off-dry range. The Mosel climate is one of the warmest in Germany, and due to its proximity to the river, excellent conditions for viticulture can be found here. The slate soils of the steep, sun-drenched slopes store heat and release it to the vines at night, largely preventing frost.