Willi Schaefer
Willi Schaefer Graacher Himmelreich Riesling Spätlese
4.3
Expert Rating
4.1
Highly Reviewed
WINE DESCRIPTION
Willi Schaefer Graacher Himmelreich Riesling Spätlese is a premium wine produced by the renowned German winemaker Willi Schaefer. The wine is made from Riesling grapes grown in the Graacher Himmelreich vineyard, located in the Mosel region of Germany. The vineyard features steep slopes and slate soils, which impart unique mineral flavors to the wine. The winemaking process involves a careful selection of the best grapes, gentle pressing, and slow fermentation to preserve the natural aromas and flavors of the grapes. The resulting wine is a Spätlese, which means it is made from late-harvested grapes and has a slightly sweeter taste than other Rieslings. This wine is known for its complex flavors, balanced acidity, and long finish, making it a perfect choice for wine enthusiasts who appreciate high-quality German Rieslings.
NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER
This Willi Schaefer Graacher Himmelreich Riesling Spätlese is a light and crisp wine offering a stunning bouquet of fresh and zesty citrus fruits with a mineral edge, as well as some ripe stone-fruit aromas and a hint of honey.On the palate, it is a well-balanced wine with a creamy texture and a lingering finish. The acidity is lively and the flavors of grapefruit, white peach and lemon sorbet linger on the tongue. This Riesling Spätlese is a wonderfully elegant and complex wine perfect for a special occasion.
EXPERT RATING
4.3
DRINKING WINDOW
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2078
Profile
Sweetness:
Sweet
Dry
Lusciously Sweet
Alcohol:
Low
Very Low Alcohol
Very High
Intensity:
Pronounced
Subtle
Powerful
Body:
Rich
Light Bodied
Full Bodied
Acidity:
Searing
Soft
Crisp
Tannin:
No tannin
No Tannin
Grippy
GRAPES (1)
Riesling
ORIGINS
Winery: Willi Schaefer
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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