Dr. Crusius
Dr. Crusius Riesling Bastei Grosses Gewächs
4.3
Expert Rating
4.2
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WINE DESCRIPTION
Dr. Crusius Riesling Bastei Grosses Gewächs is a prestigious wine from the unique VDP.GROSSE LAGE® Bastei vineyard, located at the foot of the stunning Red Rock massif overlooking the Nahe River. The vineyard, just 1.5 hectares in size, benefits from its south-facing slope and rocky soils, resulting in a wine of exceptional character and depth.
NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER
This Riesling showcases a brilliant golden-yellow hue, enticing the senses with aromas of exotic fruits, including ripe pineapple and mango, complemented by herbal spice and mineral notes derived from the rhyolite soils.On the palate, it is full-bodied and vibrant, offering flavors of stone fruits, citrus, and a distinctive herbal complexity. The wine's bright acidity provides a lively freshness, leading to an elegant and long-lasting finish that lingers beautifully.
EXPERT RATING
4.3
DRINKING WINDOW
Now
2041
Profile
Sweetness:
Dry
Dry
Lusciously Sweet
Alcohol:
Moderate
Very Low Alcohol
Very High
Intensity:
Pronounced
Subtle
Powerful
Body:
Full
Light Bodied
Full Bodied
Acidity:
Vibrant
Soft
Crisp
Tannin:
No tannin
No Tannin
Grippy
GRAPES (1)
Riesling
ORIGINS
Winery: Dr. Crusius
Region: Nahe
The Nahe wine region is located in the German state of Rhineland-Palatinate, and is one of the 13 official German wine regions. It is situated along the Nahe River, which is a tributary of the Rhine, and is known for its diverse range of wines.
The Nahe wine region has a long and rich history, with evidence of viticulture dating back to the Roman era. The region was first officially recognized in 1971, and has since become one of the most important wine regions in Germany.CUSTOMER RATING
4.2
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