Dr. Loosen
Riesling Dry Blue Slate 2024
| Denomination | QbA Mosel-Saar-Ruwer |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 12.0% by volume |
| Area | Mosel-Saar-Ruwer (Germany) |
| Grape varieties | 100% Riesling |
- Vintage and variety: 2024, dry and slightly aromatic Riesling in purity
- Origin: Moselle, St. Johannishof Bernkastel vineyard on Devonian blue slate
- Vinification: fermentation in stainless steel at controlled temperature
- Tasting profile: notes of peach and flowers, bright golden colour, soft entry
- Pairings and serving: ideal with fish and white meats, serving temperature 10–12 °C
Description
What kind of wine it is
Dr. Loosen's Riesling Dry Blue Slate is a still, dry white wine made from Riesling grapes in the Mosel region of Germany. Fermentation in stainless steel tanks at controlled temperatures preserves a fresh profile, enhancing the lively mineral character. The bouquet offers floral aromas and notes of peach, revealing a palate with a soft entry and a delicate finish. This aromatic precision makes it an elegant aperitif, ideal paired with fish, white meats, and Asian cuisine.
Where it comes from
The grapes for this Riesling come from the vineyards of St. Johannishof in Bernkastel, on the slopes of the Mosel valley. The well-drained soils, composed of blue Devonian slate, promote a style of viticulture that imparts a distinct mineral definition to the wine. Dr. Loosen has cultivated these lands for over two centuries, employing sustainable viticulture practices. Through careful management and controlled yields, the winery preserves the natural finesse and vibrant character typical of this specific terroir.
How it is produced
The production process begins with meticulous manual harvesting and the selection of the best bunches to ensure pristine raw material. Fermentation at controlled temperatures preserves the aromatic purity and freshness of the grape variety. The result displays a pure, bright golden colour, the outcome of a process that prioritises flavour precision. This dry-profile wine boasts remarkable ageing potential, capable of developing further complexity over the years.
History and Curiosities
The Riesling Dry Blue Slate embodies the centuries-old heritage of the Loosen family, dedicated to viticulture in the Mosel Valley for over two hundred years. Since 1988, under the expert guidance of Ernst Loosen, the estate has consistently raised its standards of excellence. This label celebrates its terroir of origin, dominated by the blue Devonian slate that imparts the wine's unmistakable minerality. The meticulous manual harvest in October enhances every single bunch, resulting in a prestigious expression of the QbA Mosel-Saar-Ruwer denomination.
Tasting notes
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
10 - 12 °C
Longevity:
05 - 10 years
- Start up year: 1988
- Bottles produced: 200.000
- Hectares: 20
A full range of Riesling styles is produced, following the traditions of both family lines: the dry wines inspired by his father's family, the Loosen, and the Prädikat wines inspired by his mother's family, the Prüm. Read more
| Name | Dr. Loosen Riesling Dry Blue Slate 2024 |
|---|---|
| Type | White still dry semi-aromatic |
| Denomination | Mosel-Saar-Ruwer QbA |
| Vintage | 2024 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 12.0% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 100% Riesling |
| Country | Germany |
| Region | Mosel-Saar-Ruwer |
| Vendor | Dr. Loosen |
| Story | History and Curiosities The Riesling Dry Blue Slate embodies the centuries-old heritage of the Loosen family, dedicated to viticulture in the Mosel Valley for over two hundred years. Since 1988, under the expert guidance of Ernst Loosen, the estate has consistently raised its standards of excellence. This label celebrates its terroir of origin, dominated by the blue Devonian slate that imparts the wine's unmistakable minerality. The meticulous manual harvest in October enhances every single bunch, resulting in a prestigious expression of the QbA Mosel-Saar-Ruwer denomination. |
| Origin | St. Johannishof, Bernkastel (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer, Germany) |
| Soil composition | Blue Devonian slate |
| Yield per hectare | 7000 kg/ettaro |
| Harvest | October |
| Production technique | Fermentation in stainless steel tanks with cooling |
| Wine making | Sustainable viticulture, according to strict German environmental regulations. Fermentation in stainless steel tanks with cooling. |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |