2014 Technical Specifications
Grape Varieties Riesling
Drinking Window 2019–2029
Classification Grosses Gewächs (GG)
Region Mosel
Soil Fine weathered grey slate, Slightly deeper than the soil of the ayler kupp
Orientation South To South-East
Harvest Dates Last third of October
Vine Age over 80
Indigenous Yeast Yes
Production Details Unclean bunches were removed by mid-October; the remaining healthy fruit ripened for several more days and was harvested at 87–88° Oechsle. Fermentation used ambient yeast with partial malolactic fermentation, followed by six months on the lees before bottling.
Tasting Notes Iodine-infused aromas of pear, quince and white melon with herbs and spices; deep and flavorful on the palate, with an elegant, refined, salty and mouth-wateringly tart finish.
Critics Ratings 94
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Vintages
2008 Technical Specifications
Grape Varieties Riesling
Drinking Window Now–2018 (as published November 2009)
Region Mosel
Sites Schonfels parcel overlooking the Saar, next to Saarburger Fuchs
Vine Age over 80
Production Details The vines were mainly ungrafted; yields were described as very low, and total production was 800 liters.
Tasting Notes Initially slightly reduced, with roasted almond; then pure, fresh aromas of green apple, citrus peel, curry powder and white pepper, followed by a structured, refined, spicy and long finish.
Critics Ratings 90
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Producer Information
Website
Address
Trierstraße 49,54441 Ayl
Phone
+49 (0)6581/3031
Email
Owner
Florian Lauer
Cellarmaster
Peter & Florian Lauer