Joh. Jos. Prum
Sonnenuhr Auslese 0.375L 2006
| Denomination | N/A |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 8.0% by volume |
| Area | Mosel-Saar-Ruwer (Germany) |
| Grape varieties | 100% Riesling |
| Other years | 2018 , 2024 |
- Vintage and format: 2006, 0.375 litre bottle (half bottle)
- Grapes and style: 100% Riesling, sweet white dessert wine with a semi-aromatic character
- Sensory profile: golden yellow colour, fruity aromas with hints of exotic fruit
- Serving and pairings: serve at 10-12°C with blue cheeses, desserts and pastries
- Awards and ageing: 96 pts Suckling, 95 pts Parker; ageing potential 15-25 years
Description
What kind of wine it is
The Sonnenuhr Auslese produced by Joh. Jos. Prum is a German dessert wine of rare elegance, characterised by a bright golden yellow colour and made from Riesling grapes. On the nose, it opens with clear and deep fruity aromas, enhanced by notes of exotic fruit that anticipate a sip of great structure. On the palate, it reveals a complex and velvety profile, supported by the lively character typical of the grape variety. This wine stands out for its extraordinary ageing potential, allowing it to evolve and develop new nuances over a period of fifteen to twenty-five years.
Where it comes from
This Riesling comes from the renowned vineyards of Wehlen, located in the heart of the Mosel region. Joh. Jos. Prum interprets this territory with utmost fidelity, offering a wine that reflects the area's unique microclimate. On convivial occasions, this wine pairs beautifully with blue cheeses, whose savouriness is balanced by a fine and persistent sweetness. It is also an ideal companion for dry pastries and the most refined desserts, providing a harmonious finish.
How to taste it
This sweet wine offers an intense and memorable tasting experience, ideal for ending a meal. To best appreciate its complexity and silky texture, a serving temperature between 10 and 12°C is recommended, in order to enhance its elegance and remarkable persistence on the palate.
History and Curiosities
Born in the heart of the German Moselle, the captivating Joh. Jos. Prüm Wehlener Sonnenuhr Auslese 2006 is an excellent dessert Riesling capable of enchanting the most discerning palates. This elegant half bottle releases intense notes of exotic fruit, revealing extraordinary complexity on the palate. Perfect paired with blue cheeses, this sweet wine has been awarded 96 points by James Suckling and 95 by Robert Parker. It also boasts an exceptional ageing potential of up to twenty-five years, offering an intense and memorable tasting experience.
Awards
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2006
96/100
James Suckling is an influential American wine critic and journalist who worked at Wine Spectator for 30 years. He left the magazine in 2010 to start his own website and guidebook (JamesSuckling.com). He specialises in Italian and Bordeaux wines.
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2006
95/100
The prestigious international wine guide from the renowned Robert Parker, the world's most experienced and trusted wine taster.
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2006
93/100
Vinous is the online guide from Antonio Galloni, one of the world's leading wine connoisseurs.
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2006
93/100
Wine spectator is the most influential wine guide on the internet.
Tasting notes
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
10 - 12 °C
Longevity:
15 - 25 years
| Name | Joh. Jos. Prum Wehlener Sonnenuhr Auslese 0.375L 2006 |
|---|---|
| Type | White dessert wine dessert wine semi-aromatic |
| Denomination | N/A |
| Vintage | 2006 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 8.0% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 100% Riesling |
| Country | Germany |
| Region | Mosel-Saar-Ruwer |
| Vendor | Joh. Jos. Prum |
| Story | History and Curiosities Born in the heart of the German Moselle, the captivating Joh. Jos. Prüm Wehlener Sonnenuhr Auslese 2006 is an excellent dessert Riesling capable of enchanting the most discerning palates. This elegant half bottle releases intense notes of exotic fruit, revealing extraordinary complexity on the palate. Perfect paired with blue cheeses, this sweet wine has been awarded 96 points by James Suckling and 95 by Robert Parker. It also boasts an exceptional ageing potential of up to twenty-five years, offering an intense and memorable tasting experience. |
| Origin | Wehlen (Moselle), Germany |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |