GERMANY
Erdener Treppchen Auslese
2005 Riesling
Viticulture
| Vineyard: |
South, very steep |
| Soil Type: |
Blue slate |
| Vine Age: |
Between 15 and 20 years old. |
| Irrigation: |
No irrigation |
| Harvest Date: |
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| Yield: |
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Vinification:
The grapes are hand harvested and come from the Ürziger Würzgarten vineyard. Harvested at optimum ripeness, the must is fermented in stainless steel tanks then the wine is kept on the lees for four months.
This is a late harvest.
Tasting Notes:
| Color: |
Yellow green. |
| Nose: |
Intense apricot, peach and herbal aromas. |
| Palate: |
This is an elegantly sweet wine with a great acidity making this wine exceptionally well balanced, on the finish it is spicy and persistent. |
| Other: |
A perfect pairing for Asian or any spicy dishes. Also goes well with desserts. |
Chemical Analysis:
| Alc (%): |
8 |
| RS (g/l): |
75 |
| TA (g/l): |
7 |
| pH: |
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