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Schieferkristall Riesling Trocken, Karthäuserhof - 2020

Name: Schieferkristall Riesling Trocken, Karthäuserhof
Brand: Kartäuserhof
SKU: 42326
Price: 36.99 USD
Availability: InStock

Item # 42326 750 mL

This is a dry Riesling named after the slate soils, slate crystals, that permeate the steep slopes so well known in the Mosel. Dry, luscious and full of life from one of the oldest wineries in all of Germany, Karthäuserhof.

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Color

White

Vintage

2020

Country

Germany

Region

Mosel-Saar-Ruwer

Producer

Kartäuserhof

Grape Variety

Riesling

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Staff Pick Notes

The Ruwer Valley is a tiny (100 hectare) section of the Mosel Region, where you’ll find the production of uniquely rich Riesling wines. The Karthäuser Estate’s land has been producing wine there since 1335, when it was a monastery. The current family, now headed by Albert Behler, acquired the estate in 1811. A tradition this long can only signify something special. I’m sure you’ll find that the Schieferkristall over-delivers for its price point. It’s packed (I mean packed) with the whole spectrum of fruit flavors: tropical, citrus, stone fruit, and pears. The aromas are pronounced and intoxicating, showing fruit, pencil eraser, and sweet spices. Its opulence is uplifted by lively, mouthwatering acidity and finishes with long lasting flavors. Spicy food will love this, and so will a funky washed rind cheese.

- CP

About the Producer

Christoph and Graciela Tyrell, owners of Weingut Karthäuserhof, reside in the top echelons of Mosel wine producers. This estate has been in existence for centuries, and was previously owned by Carthusian monks, following its presentation to them by Prince Balduin of Luxembourg in the 14th century. Since taking control of this historic estate in the 1980s, the Tyrells have brought together the...

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