Forstmeister Geltz-Zilliken
Forstmeister Geltz-Zilliken Rausch Kabinett
4.0
Expert Rating
4.1
Highly Reviewed
WINE DESCRIPTION
Forstmeister Geltz-Zilliken Rausch Kabinett is a premium German wine produced by the VDP winery Zilliken. The wine comes from the typical Mosel vineyards switch slate soils, reflecting minerality on the palate. The winemaking process involves carefully selecting and handpicking the grapes, followed by gentle pressing and fermentation in stainless steel tanks. The resulting wine is a beautifully balanced Kabinett with a delicate sweetness and refreshing acidity. It boasts aromas of ripe peach, apricot, and citrus, with a mineral-driven finish that lingers on the palate. This wine is a perfect representation of the exceptional quality and craftsmanship that Forstmeister Geltz-Zilliken is known for.
NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER
This Forstmeister Geltz-Zilliken Rausch Kabinett is a wonderfully balanced.The palate is perceived as dry despite the sugar level an it has a classic nose of tart green apples and apricot. On the palate, the wine has a soft texture and a hint of minerality, with flavors of ripe yellow apples, apricot, and a hint of honey. The finish is crisp and fresh with a lingering note of sweet spice. Overall, this is a delightful and complex wine with a wonderful balance of sweetness and acidity.
EXPERT RATING
4.0
DRINKING WINDOW
Now
2045
Profile
Sweetness:
Semi-sweet
Dry
Lusciously Sweet
Alcohol:
Low
Very Low Alcohol
Very High
Intensity:
Mildly aromatic
Subtle
Powerful
Body:
Delicate
Light Bodied
Full Bodied
Acidity:
Vibrant
Soft
Crisp
Tannin:
No tannin
No Tannin
Grippy
GRAPES (1)
Riesling
ORIGINS
Winery: Forstmeister Geltz-Zilliken
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.CUSTOMER RATING
4.1
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