Carl Graff

Carl Graff Piesporter Michelsberg Riesling Spätlese

White wine
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WINE DESCRIPTION
Carl Graff Piesporter Michelsberg Riesling Spätlese is a delightful German wine with the expertise of its producer. Hailing from the Piesporter Michelsberg appellation, this Riesling is crafted from grapes grown in vineyards known for their unique features. The winemaking process involves carefully selecting late-harvested grapes, resulting in a Spätlese style wine. With its vibrant acidity and balanced sweetness, this Riesling offers a harmonious combination of flavors. Its aromatic profile is characterized by notes of ripe stone fruits, citrus, and floral undertones. This wine is a perfect choice for those seeking a well-crafted German Riesling that embodies the essence of its terroir.
NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER
This wine is a Riesling Spätlese from the Piesporter Michelsberg region, produced by Carl Graff.Riesling Spätlese is a German wine category that indicates a late-harvested Riesling with a higher level of sweetness. The Piesporter Michelsberg region is located in the Mosel Valley of Germany, known for its steep vineyards and cool climate, which contribute to the unique characteristics of the wines produced there. In terms of tasting notes, this Riesling Spätlese is likely to exhibit a vibrant acidity balanced with a luscious sweetness. Expect aromas of ripe stone fruits such as peach and apricot, along with floral notes of honeysuckle and jasmine. On the palate, you may experience a rich and full-bodied texture, with flavors of tropical fruits, citrus, and a hint of minerality. The sweetness of this wine should be well-integrated and not overpowering, providing a harmonious and enjoyable drinking experience.
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Profile
Sweetness:
Semi-sweet
Dry
Lusciously Sweet
Alcohol:
Low
Very Low Alcohol
Very High
Intensity:
Mildly aromatic
Subtle
Powerful
Body:
Generous
Light Bodied
Full Bodied
Acidity:
Refreshing
Soft
Crisp
Tannin:
No tannin
No Tannin
Grippy
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Riesling
Riesling
ORIGINS
Winery:  Carl Graff
Region:  Mosel
Germany is home to some of the world's most iconic wine regions, and Mosel is one of the most renowned. Located in the western part of the country, Mosel is a steep, narrow valley that follows the course of the Mosel River. It is one of the oldest wine regions in the world, with a history of winemaking that dates back to the Roman Empire. Mosel has a long and storied history of winemaking. It was first planted by the Romans in the 1st century AD, and the region has been producing wine ever since. Today, Mosel is one of Germany's most important wine regions, producing some of the country's most sought-after wines. The region is known for its steep, terraced vineyards, which are planted on the banks of the Mosel River.
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