Joh. Jos. Prum
Graacher Himmelreich Spatlese Mosel Riesling 2023
| Denomination | N/A |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 8.0% by volume |
| Area | Mosel-Saar-Ruwer (Germany) |
| Grape varieties | 100% Riesling |
- Vintage and format: 2023, 0.75 litre bottle; 8% alcohol by volume
- Grape variety and harvest: Pure Riesling from late harvest Spätlese
- Origin: Graacher Himmelreich vineyard, Mosel-Saar-Ruwer region in Germany
- Aroma and taste: fruity notes; lively and savoury flavour, persistent finish
- Pairings and serving: serve well chilled; ideal with fish, poultry, white meats, blue cheeses
Description
What kind of wine is it
The Joh. Jos. Prüm Graacher Himmelreich Spätlese is a still white wine made from Riesling grapes. In the glass, it displays a golden yellow hue, which anticipates an aromatic profile characterised by clear fruity notes. On the palate, it offers a vibrant and flavourful dynamic, balancing the moderate sweetness typical of the style with a pleasant freshness. The tasting experience concludes with a long and savoury finish that invites another sip.
Where does it come from
This white wine originates from the Graacher Himmelreich vineyard, located in the renowned wine-growing region of Mosel-Saar-Ruwer in Germany. The area is historically suited to the cultivation of this grape variety, which is able to translate the unique characteristics of the soil into intense and very fresh aromatic profiles. Being from this specific site gives the wine a well-defined sense of place. If properly stored in a cellar, it shows an ageing potential that can easily exceed a decade.
How is it produced
Production is based on the late harvest technique, where the grape bunches are picked at an advanced stage of ripeness to concentrate natural aromas and sugars. This process defines the wine’s profile, which ranges from off-dry to moderately sweet, while maintaining lively freshness on the palate. Served chilled, it is an excellent choice to accompany blue cheeses, fish dishes, poultry, and white meats, enhancing the food with its well-balanced persistence.
History and Curiosities
The 2023 vintage of Joh. Jos. Prüm Graacher Himmelreich Spätlese is a magnificent expression of pure Riesling from the Mosel region. This elegant late harvest wine offers a brilliant golden yellow colour in the glass and intense fruity aromas. On the palate, it is vibrant and pleasantly sweet, with a long and persistent finish. Ideal when served chilled to accompany blue cheeses and fish dishes, this white boasts an extraordinary ageing potential, capable of evolving beautifully for over a decade.
Tasting notes
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
10 - 12 °C
Longevity:
10 - 15 years
| Name | Joh. Jos. Prum Graacher Himmelreich Spatlese 2023 |
|---|---|
| Type | White still semi-aromatic |
| Denomination | N/A |
| Vintage | 2023 |
| 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 The 2023 vintage of Joh. Jos. Prüm Graacher Himmelreich Spätlese is a magnificent expression of pure Riesling from the Mosel region. This elegant late harvest wine offers a brilliant golden yellow colour in the glass and intense fruity aromas. On the palate, it is vibrant and pleasantly sweet, with a long and persistent finish. Ideal when served chilled to accompany blue cheeses and fish dishes, this white boasts an extraordinary ageing potential, capable of evolving beautifully for over a decade. |
| Origin | Graacher Himmelreich, Mosel-Saar-Ruwer, Germany |
| Harvest | Late harvest (Spätlese) |
| Production technique | Vendemmia tardiva (Spätlese) |
| Wine making | Spätlese (late harvest) |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |