Willi Schaefer
Graacher Domprobst Riesling Kabinett 2024
| Denomination | QmP Mosel-Saar-Ruwer Kabinett |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 7.5% by volume |
| Area | Mosel-Saar-Ruwer (Germany) |
| Grape varieties | 100% Riesling |
| Aging | Aged in 1,000-litre acacia barrels for approximately 8 months. |
- History and vineyards: owned by the Schaefer family since 1590, vines over 40 years old
- Vinification: indigenous yeasts, matured in 1000L acacia barrels for 8 months
- Aromas: notes of peach, pear, grapefruit and mango, acacia flowers and pronounced minerality
- Taste: off-dry with 7.5% alcohol, slight creaminess, lively acidity and persistent finish
- Pairings: 10–12 °C with fish, poultry, cheeses. Rated 96 pts by Robert Parker
Description
What kind of wine it is
The Graacher Domprobst Riesling Kabinett by Willi Schaefer is a semi-aromatic white wine made from Riesling grapes. Originating from the Mosel, it stands out for its refined style that harmoniously balances a soft fruity sweetness with lively acidity. The aromatic bouquet opens with notes of peach, pear and grapefruit, enriched by elegant hints of mango, acacia flowers and a pronounced mineral streak. On the palate, it offers a fresh and persistent sip, capable of enhancing the characteristics of the variety with extreme precision of flavour.
Where it comes from
The grapes come from the renowned Graacher Domprobst vineyard, located in the heart of the Mosel, Germany. Here, the rows of old vines sink their roots into complex Devonian slate soils. This precious geological matrix gives the glass a clear mineral vibrancy, supporting the natural freshness of the fruit. Willi Schaefer works these plots to reflect the identity of the terroir, bringing to the tasting a solid balance between the ripeness of the grapes and the pronounced tension of the place of origin.
How it is produced
After harvesting, the must ferments thanks to the action of indigenous yeasts inside acacia barrels. The maturation continues in the same barrels for about eight months, a choice that allows the integrity and elegance of the Riesling to be preserved. This approach shapes a sip with a slightly creamy texture and precise contours. The acidity, mature and well integrated, guides the tasting towards a long and clean finish, punctuated by delicate citrus notes.
History and Curiosities
Produced by the historic Willi Schaefer family, dedicated to viticulture since 1590, this magnificent Riesling Kabinett 2024 originates from the prestigious Graacher Domprobst vineyard. The 50-year-old vines, rooted in the typical Devonian slate of the Moselle, impart an extraordinary mineral vibrancy to the palate. Thanks to the use of natural yeasts and a slow maturation of eight months in acacia barrels, the wine expresses a rare elegance, in perfect balance between sweet notes of peach and a fresh acidity. An absolute excellence, awarded 96 points by Robert Parker.
Tasting notes
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
10 - 12 °C
Longevity:
05 - 10 years
- Start up year: 1590
- Oenologist: Willi & Christoph Schaefer
- Hectares: 3
| Name | Willi Schaefer Graacher Domprobst Riesling Kabinett 2024 |
|---|---|
| Type | White green still semi-aromatic |
| Denomination | Mosel-Saar-Ruwer QmP |
| Vintage | 2024 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 7.5% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 100% Riesling |
| Country | Germany |
| Region | Mosel-Saar-Ruwer |
| Vendor | Willi Schaefer |
| Story | History and Curiosities Produced by the historic Willi Schaefer family, dedicated to viticulture since 1590, this magnificent Riesling Kabinett 2024 originates from the prestigious Graacher Domprobst vineyard. The 50-year-old vines, rooted in the typical Devonian slate of the Moselle, impart an extraordinary mineral vibrancy to the palate. Thanks to the use of natural yeasts and a slow maturation of eight months in acacia barrels, the wine expresses a rare elegance, in perfect balance between sweet notes of peach and a fresh acidity. An absolute excellence, awarded 96 points by Robert Parker. |
| Origin | Graacher Domprobst, Graach an der Mosel, Germany |
| Soil composition | Devonian slate |
| Harvest | Early October |
| Production technique | Fermentation in 1,000-litre acacia barrels with natural yeasts; maturation in 1,000-litre acacia barrels for about 8 months |
| Wine making | Fermentation in 1,000-litre acacia barrels with natural yeasts; maturation in 1,000-litre acacia barrels for approximately 8 months. |
| Aging | Aged in 1,000-litre acacia barrels for approximately 8 months. |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |