COLOUR
White
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2023
GRAPE
Riesling
PRODUCER
Weingut Dr. Loosen
REGION
Mosel
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Light
Sweetness
Off-dry
Acidity
High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Mid - Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Dr. Loosen Bernkasteler Lay Riesling Kabinett 2023 originates from the Mosel region of Germany. The grapes are cultivated on the Bernkasteler Lay vineyard, characterized by its deep blue Devonian slate soils and a gentler slope compared to some other Mosel sites. This vineyard is home to vines averaging 60 years in age. Dr. Loosen is a family estate with a legacy of over 200 years, focused on showcasing the distinctiveness of Mosel slate terroirs. Ernie Loosen has guided the estate since 1986, emphasizing a balance between acidity and fruit expression.
ALCOHOL
9.0%
AVG. PRICE
€22
STYLE
Classic
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
8-10°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
The name 'Bernkasteler Lay' translates to 'slate' in English.
Fact 02
Vines at this vineyard average 60 years old.
Fact 03
The estate has a winemaking history spanning over two centuries.
Fact 04
This wine is vegan-friendly.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process for the Dr. Loosen Bernkasteler Lay Riesling Kabinett involves cool fermentation in a combination of stainless steel tanks and Fuder barrels. This process utilizes both natural and cultured yeasts, with half of the fermentation employing each type. Sustainable farming practices are followed, adhering to German environmental regulations. The aim is to preserve the inherent fruit purity and minerality derived from the slate soils.
