2025 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 7.2%
Residual Sugar 91.2 g/L
Total Acidity 8.6 g/L
Calories (estimated) 115 kcal / glass
150ml glass115 kcal
750ml bottle575 kcal
Grape Varieties Riesling
Drinking Window Cellaring potential through 2055
Classification 
VDP.GROSSE LAGE
VDP.GROSSE LAGERegion Mosel
Soil Slate
Orientation South
Vineyard Yield 25 hL/ha
Harvest Dates End of September
Sites Ayler Kupp
Vine Age 70
Pressing Method Only Free-Run Must
Indigenous Yeast Yes
Production Details Perfect grapes were selectively picked, partly berry by berry, while botrytis was deliberately excluded. The vineyard gradient is 65%; vinification used cooling followed by early racking.
Tasting Notes Light-footed and crystal-clear despite the high residual sugar, with exotic aromas and no heavy or sticky character.
Food Pairing Serve young with spicy dishes or cheese; when mature, pair with game dishes.
Critics Ratings 95/100 (Robert Parker)
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2023 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 7.5%
Residual Sugar 93 g/L
Total Acidity 8.6 g/L
Calories (estimated) 120 kcal / glass
150ml glass120 kcal
750ml bottle600 kcal
Grape Varieties Riesling
Drinking Window Cellaring potential through 2045
Classification VDP.GROSSE LAGE
VDP.GROSSE LAGERegion Mosel
Soil Slate
Orientation South
Vineyard Yield 28 hL/ha
Harvest Dates End of September
Sites Ayler Kupp
Vine Age 65
Pressing Method Only Free-Run Must
Indigenous Yeast Yes
Botrytis Affected Yes
Production Details Botrytis-dried, raisined berries were selected from Ayler Kupp. The vineyard gradient is 65%; vinification used cooling followed by early racking.
Food Pairing Suitable as an aperitif and with cheese; after maturation, pair with game dishes and strongly flavored sauces.
Critics Ratings 96/100 (Mosel Fine Wines)
2022 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 7.0%
Residual Sugar 95 g/L
Total Acidity 7.8 g/L
Calories (estimated) 115 kcal / glass
150ml glass115 kcal
750ml bottle575 kcal
Grape Varieties Riesling
Drinking Window Cellaring potential through 2040
Classification VDP.GROSSE LAGE
VDP.GROSSE LAGERegion Mosel
Soil Slate
Orientation South
Vineyard Yield 28 hL/ha
Harvest Dates Mid-October
Sites Ayler Kupp
Vine Age 60
Pressing Method Only Free-Run Must
Indigenous Yeast Yes
Botrytis Affected Yes
Production Details Botrytis-dried, raisined berries were selected from Ayler Kupp. The vineyard gradient is 65%; vinification used cooling followed by early racking.
Food Pairing Suitable as an aperitif and with cheese; after maturation, pair with game dishes and strongly flavored sauces.
Critics Ratings 94/100 (Mosel Fine Wines)
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2018 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 7.5%
Residual Sugar 120 g/L
Total Acidity 8.7 g/L
Calories (estimated) 135 kcal / glass
150ml glass135 kcal
750ml bottle675 kcal
Grape Varieties Riesling
Drinking Window Cellaring potential through 2048
Classification VDP.GROSSE LAGE
VDP.GROSSE LAGERegion Mosel
Soil Slate
Orientation South
Vineyard Yield 25 hL/ha
Harvest Dates Mid-October
Sites Ayler Kupp
Vine Age 59
Pressing Method Only Free-Run Must
Indigenous Yeast Yes
Botrytis Affected Yes
Production Details Botrytis-dried, raisined berries were selected from Ayler Kupp. The vineyard gradient is 65%; vinification used cooling followed by early racking.
Food Pairing Suitable as an aperitif and with cheese; after maturation, pair with game dishes and strongly flavored sauces.
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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