Willi Schaefer
Sonnenuhr 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 traditional 1,000-litre oak barrels, the same barrels used for fermentation. |
- Origin and data: Moselle-Saar-Ruwer, Germany, vintage 2024; 0.75 l bottle, 7.5% vol
- Aromatic profile: hints of apricot and white flowers, with notes of ginger, fine herbs and spices
- Taste and style: fresh and velvety character, juicy sweetness balanced by lively acidity
- Vinification: spontaneous fermentation with indigenous yeasts in 1,000-litre oak barrels
- Awards and pairings: rated 93 points by Robert Parker; ideal with fish and white meats
Description
What kind of wine it is
The Wehlener Sonnenuhr Riesling Kabinett by Willi Schaefer is a still white wine that is semi-aromatic and comes from one of Germany's most renowned areas. Made from Riesling grapes, it stands out for its style focused on freshness and great technical precision. In the glass, it displays a straw yellow colour with greenish highlights, while on the nose it reveals aromas of apricot and white flowers, accompanied by subtle notes of ginger and aromatic herbs. On the palate, it is enveloping and shows a perfect balance between sweetness and acidity, enriched by a refined chalky minerality.
Where it comes from
This wine originates from the famous Mosel-Saar-Ruwer region, specifically from the prestigious Wehlener Sonnenuhr vineyard. The Willi Schaefer winery carefully manages historic plots that also include the renowned sites of Graacher Domprobst and Graacher Himmelreich. The particular soil and climate conditions of this wine-growing area ensure optimal ripening of the grapes, giving the wine a clear aromatic profile and a deep territorial character, clearly perceptible in every sip.
How it is produced
The winemaking process begins with a spontaneous fermentation triggered by indigenous yeasts. The must is processed in traditional oak barrels, where the subsequent ageing period also takes place. This production choice favours harmony as a whole, allowing the wine to evolve while maintaining its varietal identity intact. The slow passage in wood gives the sip a soft and velvety texture, completed by citrus fragrances, a pleasant juicy sweetness and a vibrant final freshness.
History and Curiosities
Founded in 1590, the Willi Schaefer winery is a benchmark for excellence in the Mosel-Saar-Ruwer region, now run by Willi and Christoph. Among their three hectares cultivated exclusively with Riesling, the renowned Wehlener Sonnenuhr vineyard stands out, from which this elegant Kabinett 2024 originates, awarded 93 points by Robert Parker. The winemaking process enhances the terroir thanks to the use of indigenous yeasts and slow maturation in traditional 1,000-litre oak barrels, following a centuries-old method that gives the palate a perfect balance between sweetness and vibrant freshness.
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 Wehlener Sonnenuhr Riesling Kabinett 2024 |
|---|---|
| Type | White 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 Founded in 1590, the Willi Schaefer winery is a benchmark for excellence in the Mosel-Saar-Ruwer region, now run by Willi and Christoph. Among their three hectares cultivated exclusively with Riesling, the renowned Wehlener Sonnenuhr vineyard stands out, from which this elegant Kabinett 2024 originates, awarded 93 points by Robert Parker. The winemaking process enhances the terroir thanks to the use of indigenous yeasts and slow maturation in traditional 1,000-litre oak barrels, following a centuries-old method that gives the palate a perfect balance between sweetness and vibrant freshness. |
| Origin | Mosella-Saar-Ruwer, Germania |
| Production technique | Fermentation with indigenous yeasts in traditional 1000-litre oak barrels and ageing in the same barrels |
| Wine making | Most of the wines ferment with natural yeasts in traditional 1000-litre oak barrels and mature in the same barrels. |
| Aging | Aged in traditional 1,000-litre oak barrels, the same barrels used for fermentation. |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |