COLOUR
White
TYPE
Dessert
VINTAGE
2022
GRAPE
Riesling
PRODUCER
Joh. Jos. Prüm
REGION
Mosel
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Sweet
Acidity
High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Graacher Himmelreich Auslese from Joh. Jos. Prüm is a white wine from the Mosel region of Germany, made from Riesling grapes. The 2022 vintage presented challenges with warm and dry weather, leading to reduced yields but concentrated fruit. The estate's philosophy emphasizes elegance, purity, and the expression of terroir. The Graacher Himmelreich vineyard is known for its steep, south/south-west facing slopes of weathered Devonian slate, contributing to the wine's distinctive character. The old vines, around 100 years in age, further enhance the wine's complexity. The producer, Joh. Jos. Prüm, has a long-standing reputation for producing wines of delicacy and longevity, with a family presence in the region dating back centuries.
ALCOHOL
8.0%
AVG. PRICE
€72
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
YES
When to drink
Later
Ideal temperature
8-12°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Vineyards planted on up to 70% gradient.
Fact 02
Old vines, approximately 100 years old.
Fact 03
No herbicides used since 2018.
Fact 04
2022 was one of the warmest and driest vintages on record.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process for this Graacher Himmelreich Auslese begins with grapes from old vines in a steep, slate-rich vineyard. The 2022 vintage, marked by warm and dry conditions, saw reduced yields. Harvest commenced on September 19th, with a strategic decision to hold back grapes to develop concentration and botrytis. Fermentation takes place in stainless steel tanks, preserving the purity of the Riesling fruit. Aging typically involves traditional oak barrels, contributing to the wine's structure and potential for development. The estate emphasizes meticulous vineyard management and a philosophy of expressing terroir and vintage characteristics.
