COLOUR
White
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2020
GRAPE
Riesling
PRODUCER
Joh. Jos. Prüm
REGION
Mosel
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium
Sweetness
Medium - sweet
Acidity
High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Joh. Jos. Prüm Graacher Himmelreich Spätlese 2020 is a 100% Riesling from the Mosel region of Germany, specifically from the Graach sub-region. The wine originates from the Graacher Himmelreich vineyard, known for its deep slate soils and southwest-facing slopes. The Prüm family has a winemaking history dating back centuries, with the estate founded in 1911. The 2020 vintage is characterized by its classical, light, and refreshing style, reflecting the estate's philosophy of minimal intervention and authentic terroir expression.
ALCOHOL
7.5%
AVG. PRICE
€70
STYLE
Classic
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Later
Ideal temperature
10-11°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Graacher Himmelreich translates to 'Kingdom of Heaven'.
Fact 02
70% of the estate's vines are ungrafted.
Fact 03
The average vine age is around 100 years.
Fact 04
The 2020 vintage was noted for having more sunshine hours than ever before.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process at Joh. Jos. Prüm for this Riesling involves spontaneous fermentation using indigenous yeasts, typically in stainless steel tanks. The wines are then aged in stainless steel to maintain freshness and purity. Harvests are often conducted late in the season. The estate's philosophy centers on minimal intervention, allowing the natural expression of the vineyard and vintage conditions to define the wine.
