Dr. Loosen’s non-estate wine embodies the elegant and racy style of classic Mosel Riesling. It is refreshing and fruity, with a fine mineral edge that is typical of the region. Dr. L Riesling is made with fruit that comes exclusively from traditional vineyards with steep slopes and slate soil. By working closely with local growers on long-term contract, brothers Ernst and Thomas Loosen are able to maintain excellent quality in every vintage. Dr. L Riesling is bottled with a screw cap to avoid cork problems and to preserve freshness.
This lovely Riesling convinces with a charming and flattering residual sweetness, which underlines the fruit intensively.This base wine presents itself elegantly and fresh with a bouquet of white peach, Galia melon and white currants. Very versatile!
Nose: Crisp and fresh on the nose. The initial perfumed burst is of sweet berry / juniper and assorted fresh citrus peel; further aeration releases pine needle, lavender and clove-like scents. Distinctive and somewhat unconventional, some tasters found the aromatics a little cologne like.
Palate: On the palate, this begins soft and glycerous, gradually building intensity, climaxing in an explosion of peppers; Mid palate is off dry and oily with juniper, lavender, pine needle and spice. Some tangy notes in the mouth add extra freshness to the traditional characters. Fairly complex.
Finish: Good balance of all components and racy, fresh finish, flavors persisting into the long, dry after taste.
The Nik Weis St. Urbans-Hof Estate Riesling "From Old Vines" represents everything you can expect from a fine Riesling from Germany's renowned Mosel Valley. A classic representative of Mosel Rieslings. This wine opens with the delicate aromas of refined fruits. Artfully balancing sweetness with acidity, it fuses freshness with filigreed minerality to deliver a simple, sincere white wine for every day.