The Wines of Germany
As Germany lies so far north it has a shorter growing season and a cooler climate than most of the world's wine producing countries. Thus, nearly all of the grape varieties that are successfully grown in Germany are white as they are the only ones which can be persuaded to ripen. Along with Austria, German Wines are much misunderstood. We provide an excellent alternative to the wines which have earned Germany a bad name. A great German Riesling is possibly one of the must sublime wines to drink, and the finest can be aged for many years. Come on, why not try something different. We can assure you that you won't be disappointed!
Louis Guntrum, Rheinhessen
Guntrum succeeds in providing excellent quality and good value.
| Louis Guntrum, Rheinhessen | Vintage | Bottle | Half |
|---|---|---|---|
| Riesling Q.B.A. | 2007 | 6.45 | --- |
| Scheurebe Kabinett | 2006 | 7.50 | --- |
| Niersteiner Spiegelberg Muller Thurgau Kabinett | 2007 | 7.50 | --- |
| Guntrum Spätlese | 2006 | 7.95 | --- |
Franz Künstler, Rheingau
An aged Riesling from Kunstler, would come close to being my desert island white wine, purely for their unique appeal and versatility with modern cuisine (or if marooned on a desert island their compatibility with coconuts…..)
| Franz Künstler, Rheingau | Vintage | Bottle | Half |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hochheimer Hölle Riesling Auslese Trocken | 2003 | 25.95 | --- |
| Hochheimer Hölle Riesling Beerenauslese | 1999 | --- | 47.00 |
| Hochheimer Reichestal Spatburgunder Spatlese Red Wine (limited) | 1999 | 28.00 | --- |
Schloss Vollrads, Rheingau
A long tradition of Riesling excellence has lead to the taut strident wines produced at Schloss Vollrads today. One of the most sought after estates producing brilliant wines. The Spätlese is exceptional it will be even more so with 10 years in the cellar.
| Schloss Vollrads, Rheingau | Vintage | Bottle | Half |
|---|---|---|---|
| Riesling Kabinett | 2007 | 13.70 | --- |
| Riesling Spatlese | 2006 | 17.60 | --- |
Reichsgraf von Kesselstatt, Mosel-Saar-Ruwer
Balanced and poised wines, they have body and vivacity which is often overlooked. The Spätlese and Auslese wines are of particular note.
| Reichsgraf von Kesselstatt, Mosel-Saar-Ruwer | Vintage | Bottle | Half |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wiltinger Riesling Trocken Q.B.A., Saar (Stelvin) | 2005 | 8.95 | --- |
| Ockfener Bockstein Riesling Kabinett, Saar | 2005 | 10.30 | --- |
| Josephshofer Riesling Kabinett, Mosel | 2006 | 11.30 | --- |
| Scharzhofberger Riesling Kabinett, Saar | 2003 | 10.70 | --- |
| Josephshofer Riesling Spätlese, Mosel | 2004 | 12.95 | --- |
| Piesporter Goldtröpfchen Riesling Spatlese, Mosel | 2005 | 13.75 | --- |
| Piesporter Goldtröpfchen Riesling Spatlese, Mosel | 2004 | --- | 7.25 |
| Piesporter Goldtröpfchen Riesling Auslese, Mosel | 2005 | --- | 10.30 |
| Piesporter Goldtröpfchen Riesling Beerenauslese, Mosel | 1994 | --- | 43.50 |
| Scharzhofberger Riesling Eiswein, Saar (Picked 20/11/93) | 1993 | --- | 44.50 |
Dr Loosen , Rheinhessen
| Dr Loosen, Rhienhessen | Vintage | Bottle | Half |
|---|---|---|---|
| Riesling Beerenauslese (187ml) | 2006 | 10.50 | --- |