Reichsgraf von Kesselstatt Goldtröpfchen Riesling Spätlese
White dessert wine
4.0
Expert Rating
0.0
Rarely Reviewed
2018
750 mL
WINE DESCRIPTION
Reichsgraf von Kesselstatt Goldtröpfchen Riesling Spätlese is a premium wine produced by the renowned German winery, Reichsgraf von Kesselstatt. The wine is made from Riesling grapes grown in the Goldtröpfchen vineyard, located in the Mosel region of Germany. The vineyard is known for its steep slopes and slate soils, which impart unique mineral flavors to the wine. The winemaking process involves careful selection of the grapes, gentle pressing, and slow fermentation to preserve the natural aromas and flavors of the fruit. The resulting wine is a Spätlese, which means it is made from late-harvested grapes and has a slightly sweeter style. Overall, Reichsgraf von Kesselstatt Goldtröpfchen Riesling Spätlese is a complex and elegant wine that showcases the best of German winemaking.
NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER
This Reichsgraf von Kesselstatt Goldtröpfchen Riesling Spätlese has a beautiful nose of citrus fruits, honey, and white flowers.On the palate, it is balanced with a pleasant acidity and a creamy texture. Its flavors of apples and nectarines are complemented by notes of honey and white flowers. The finish is long and mineral. Overall, this is a delicious, elegant and well-balanced wine.
EXPERT RATING
4.0
DRINKING WINDOW
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Profile
Sweetness:
Semi-sweet
Dry
Lusciously Sweet
Alcohol:
Low
Non-Alcoholic
Very High
Intensity:
Fragrant
Subtle
Powerful
Body:
Bold
Light Bodied
Full Bodied
Acidity:
Vibrant
Soft
Crisp
Tannin:
No tannin
No Tannin
Grippy
GRAPES (1)
Riesling
ORIGINS
Winery: Reichsgraf von Kesselstatt
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.