{"title":"VDP German Wines","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"702\" data-end=\"748\"\u003eVerband Deutscher Prädikatsweingüter (VDP)\u003c\/strong\u003e represents the highest standard of German wine craftsmanship. Founded as an association of Germany’s finest independent estates, the VDP brings together producers committed to strict vineyard regulations, traditional farming practices, and a deep respect for historic terroir. Today, VDP estates are considered Germany’s elite growers, responsible for many of the world’s most celebrated Rieslings and Pinot Noirs.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"somm2403-sf21vlkngstn-750","title":"2021 Schafer-Frohlich, Riesling Trocken \"Vulkangestein\"","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eGerman Riesling labels are famous for containing a lot of information, including, in instances like today’s, the type of soil the grapes are grown in. “Vulkangestein” translates as “volcanic rock” and, wow, is it more than just talk here: Today’s 2021 is a master class in minerality and the concept of “terroir” in general—a white wine that makes as strong a case for the Riesling grape as any, and, if you’ve watched this space for any length of time, you know there are a lot of them. Much as our team may be a broken record on this topic, Riesling may be the most terroir-transparent white wine variety on earth, especially in the hands of a true master like Tim Fröhlich. He and his namesake winery have racked up accolades like “Best Winemaker in Germany” and “Best White Wine in the World,” but as he’ll be the first to tell you, it all starts in the vineyards—in this case, in an assortment of estate parcels rooted in porphyry rock strewn with quartz. It’s there in the glass, plain to see, at a price that is exceedingly fair for a wine of true profundity. If you appreciate legitimately great white wine, you need to taste it.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eLike most producers in the Nahe (which is surrounded by Rheinhessen, Rheingau, and the Mosel), the bulk of Tim’s production is Riesling. But his wines are standard-bearers in this region—lithe, powerful, and mostly dry (80%) Rieslings that are unabashedly jam-packed with flavor. Perhaps only his neighbor and peer, Cornelius Dönnhoff, is on the same level. A true soil savant, Tim coaxes the most out of his vines with a meticulous touch, no matter the vintage. The Nahe, unlike The Mosel, has very diverse geology that shifts dramatically from parcel to parcel, and this allows for wonderful diversity of terroir. The 21 hectares of Frölich vineyards, most of which are Riesling, are dominated by two soil types—volcanic and blue slate—with small amounts of quartzite and clay as well. As such, Tim has been producing two distinct bottlings from each of his principle soils for many vintages. They’re labeled simply “Vulkangestein” (volcanic rock) and “Scheifergestein” (slate rock). The former is all about savory, smoky power; the latter is pure precision, and drenched in crushed-rock minerality.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThough Tim is a ninth-generation grape grower, the modern winery wasn’t founded until 1970, when the Frölich and Schäfer properties merged by marriage. But it was Tim, who took the helm in 1995 at the ripe old age of 21, who really put this estate on the map. He added some prized parcels, including sole ownership of two top \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eGrosses Gewachs,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e “Stromberg” and “Felseneck.” Farming these steep slopes is exceedingly difficult, and is key to providing Tim with the pristine fruit he demands. In the cellar he is meticulously clean, but also insists on using only spontaneous fermentation and long lees aging to best showcase his precocious geology. Again, terroir transparency is his singular obsession.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eToday’s ’21, a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003etrocken, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003ewas fermented spontaneously in a combination of 600 liter \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003ehalbstück\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e barrels and stainless steel tanks. It includes some fruit from the prestigious “Felseneck” vineyard, a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003egrand cru\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e in these parts, and it indeed behaves like a top-of-the-line wine: Shining a bright straw-gold in the glass, its smoke-accented aromas leap from the glass, with just about every Riesling sensation imaginable: lemon\/lime, white peach, bee pollen, Granny Smith apple, crushed rock, white flowers, and loads of wet stone. The acidity is firmly in the “high” category, and yet the wine is ripe and juicy as well—such is the magic of Riesling. Serve this at around 50 degrees and maybe opt for larger stems to really let it stretch its legs, so to speak. Pair it with the attached tuna tartare recipe from Le Bernardin Chef Eric Ripert, and let the fireworks commence. Enjoy!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SommSelect","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41988082106422,"sku":"SOMM2403-SF21VLKNGSTN-750","price":45.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/2021Schafer-Frohlich_RieslingTrockenVulkangestein_MainImage-1800x1800.jpg?v=1708709149"},{"product_id":"2023-d-nnhoff-riesling-spatlese-oberh-user-br-ckesomm2411-dnhf23rsspob-750","title":"2023 Dönnhoff, Riesling Spatlese \"Oberhäuser Brücke\"","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThere’s no better way to roll into the holiday season than to offer \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ea bar-raising Riesling from the master, Cornelius \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDönnhoff.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e He continues to craft Rieslings with the greatest level of balance possible. Year in and year out, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDönnhoff single-site Rieslings are strikingly precise, never homogenous, and always a crystal clear expression of site and vintage. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOver the years, the prestige and desirability of Dönnhoff have skyrocketed to the point where they rank as the top producer of their region and are constantly vying for the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eundisputed Riesling Champion of the world. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe consider Riesling of this quality to be the only varietal blue chip that can hold up in the cellar to top-tier White Burgundy for a fraction of the price. Today’s offerings can easily be cellared for another 10 to 15 years. Furthermore, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpätlese Pradikat wines are one of the most versatile food pairing wines out there \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ewith their pristine natural sugar ripeness tempered with laser, mouthwatering acidity. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOberhäuser Brücke\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is the smallest single vineyard (1.1ha) in this valley and a monopole site directly by the river, which regulates the temperature. Grey slate bedrock with loam and volcanic elements. Due to wide diurnal temperature swings along the river, Brücke often ripens even later than in the Hermannshöhle. Fermented and aged in stainless steel vats.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJames Suckling 98 Points:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \"When worlds collide. The tension between the cool, dark side (think Darth Vader) and the enormous brightness of the stone fruit (think Luke Skywalker) makes this astonishing riesling Spatlese extremely compelling. The most beautiful pineapple and grapefruit aromas. Fabulous freshness at the stunningly straight and pure finish. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SommSelect","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43170770124854,"sku":"SOMM2411-DNHF23RSSPOB-750","price":65.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/DonnhoffOberhausenSandsWineStore.png?v=1738357752"},{"product_id":"2022-weingut-hirsch-kammern-kamptal-dac-gr-ner-veltlinersomm2411-hrsch22grunkm-750","title":"2022 Weingut Hirsch, Kammern Kamptal DAC Grüner Veltliner","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeingut Hirsch’s Grüner Veltliner “Kammern” doesn’t need any kind of fancy lead-in. Most Austrian wine aficionados probably aren’t even reading this introduction, they’re just zooming straight to the “Add To Cart” button–because this is a bottle of Grüner produced by one of the undeniable masters of the variety, hailing from not one but \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003efour\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e of the best sites in all of Austria. It’s everything we love about Grüner–the herbaceous savor, the peppery kick, the deep refreshment–with an added level of complexity, refinement, and terroir transparency. Typically when we speak of Grüner and its relative value, we mean it’s priced easy enough to drink everyday. But “Kammern” represents the other type of value, wherein seriously elite-level juice can be had for a decidedly non-elite price. Think of it as the Austrian equivalent to the affordable Bourgogne Blanc we all know the producer has snuck some 1er Cru fruit into. You’re going to want to have plenty of Hirsch’s “Kammern” on hand, delicious as it is now and given the long life ahead of it. Stock up!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJust 35 miles west of Vienna sits the Kamptal valley. It’s one of Austria’s three major appellations alongside the Kremstal and the Wachau. While Riesling also grows in all three valleys, Kammern is the key village to know for great Grüner here. Kammern is where you’ll find the vineyards Renner, Grub, Lamm, and Gaisberg, sites that are essentially Grand Crus for Grüner Veltliner. Most producers hang their hats on one or two single-vineyard bottlings from these vineyards. Hirsch, though, in an effort to capture the essence of Kammern, actually uses his younger vines in all four sites to make today’s wine. The vineyards’ rich loess soils and their extreme diurnal temperature swings produce Grüner in which the variety’s signature spice is amped up and wrapped in a richer texture than you find in more everyday bottlings. The sheer pedigree crammed into Hirsch’s humble “Kammern” is insane, and goes a long way toward explaining just how it gets to be so special.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor most folks familiar with the Austrian wine scene, Weingut Hirsch needs little introduction. The Hirsh family have farmed these hillside vineyards since the late 19th century, but it’s been under Johannes Hirsch that the winery has really gained international fame. He’s an undeniable pioneer in Austria, being one of the first to adopt organic then biodynamic principles, and literally the first to switch entirely to Stelvin closures. Johannes’ wines are all about transparency and precision. He works only with Grüner and Riesling, but even then is pretty nonchalant about variety. He points out that until the late 20th century, no one would have even known what grapes are in a given bottling. Instead, the wine would’ve just carried the village or vineyard name. Johannes lets his terroir speak first and foremost, and it comes through loud and clear in today’s “Kammern.”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAs mentioned, “Kammern” hails from the Kamptal’s four most important Grüner sites. The fruit is handpicked, settled, and then fermented spontaneously at cool temperatures in stainless. The finished wine then spends about six months on lees before bottling. It pours a vivid silver with hints of yellow and green, the slightest trace of trapped carbonation evident. On the nose, “Kammern” is like a masterclass in Grüner aromatics, a riot of fresh-cut green apple, white peach, parsley, chervil, thyme, radishes, white pepper, and mossy soil. There’s a touch more ripeness to the fruit here than you see in entry-level versions of the variety, with some pulverized chalk tones. The palate is vivacious and refreshing to be sure, but there’s also a sense of textural depth, a hint of creaminess that you only find in the best Grüner. Texturally, it’s not far off from white Burgundy. The finish is extremely long, laden with salty rocks. It’s utterly delicious now, but we’ve also been lucky enough to experience older Hirsch bottlings, and strongly encourage grabbing a few bottles to lay down and watch them evolve. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SommSelect","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43227050344502,"sku":"SOMM2411-HRSCH22GRUNKM-750","price":40.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/2022WeingutHirsch_KammernKamptalDACGrunerVeltliner_MainImage-1800x1800_1b43a454-51f0-4066-9a51-de3cc5dbb838.jpg?v=1731944831"},{"product_id":"reichsgraf-von-kesselstatt-graach-riesling-trocken-vdp-moselsomm2506-kslt22rsl-750","title":"2022 Reichsgraf von Kesselstatt, Graach Riesling Trocken VDP, Mosel","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Reichsgraf von Kesselstatt estate carries over 600 years of winemaking tradition, but it was the late Annegret Reh-Gartner who transformed this sleeping giant into one of the Mosel's most respected names. When her father Günther Reh acquired the estate in 1978, Annegret discovered her calling in a male-dominated profession and never looked back.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Graacher Domprobst vineyard represents everything Annegret believed in: impossibly steep slopes that demand everything from those who work them, ancient Devonian slate that imparts a distinctive mineral signature, and the kind of protected south-southwestern exposure that creates steely cut in cool vintages and indulgence in warm ones.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eToday, the estate continues under the guidance of Annegret's philosophy—even after her passing eight years ago. The team maintains her exacting standards: selective harvesting from just 36 hectares across the Mosel, Saar, and Ruwer valleys, with 98% devoted to Riesling. This conscious reduction in size allows them to lavish attention on parcels like the Domprobst, where iron-flecked slate offers wines of extraordinary complexity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy You'll Love It\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVertical, impossible farming:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e At a 65-degree incline, the Domprobst is beyond steep—farming it is an act of defiance against gravity. Every grape is hand-harvested by workers mountain-climbing with their buckets. You can almost taste it in the wine.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSlate's pure expression:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The iron-rich Devonian slate doesn't just add minerality—it creates a wine with the impression of stone, infused with citrus oil and orchard fruits like peach, apricot, and yellow plum. It is one of the wine world’s most spectacularly fruity and refreshing whites.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShocking value:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Similar wines from neighboring parcels routinely command $50-80+ for their Grosses Gewächs (Grand Cru) wines.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTrue versatility:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e While many German Rieslings lean either bone-dry or residually sweet, this strikes a perfect balance—technically dry but with such pure fruit intensity that there’s a real sweetness of fruit.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to Serve It\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eServe at 43-48°F in white wine glasses, ideally on a hot day. You’ll need at least six bottles. Consider a 20-minute decant to let the wine fully bloom in the glass.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDrink now through 2032.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePerfect with Thai green curry, or a classic pork schnitzel.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"SommSelect","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43781049090102,"sku":"SOMM2506-KSLT22RSL-750","price":28.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/ReichsgrafvonKesselstatt_GraachRieslingTrockenVDP_Mosel_MainImage-1800x1800.jpg?v=1748904893"},{"product_id":"2016-wwe-dr-h-thanisch-erben-thanisch-riesling-bernkasteler-graben-grosses-gewachssomm2507-thsch16rsbggg-750","title":"2016 Wwe Dr. H. Thanisch Erben Thanisch, Riesling \"Bernkasteler Graben\" Grosses Gewächs","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor lovers of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003emineral-driven whites with electric acidity and age-worthy complexity\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, your next cellar treasure awaits. The 2\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e016 Dr. H. Thanisch “Bernkasteler Graben” Grosses Gewächs Rieslin\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eg is no ordinary bottle—it’s a gem from one of Germany’s legendary producers, carrying the prestigious \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrosses Gewächs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e designation (pronounced \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003egroh-ses guh-VAHKS\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e)—\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGermany’s Grand Cru equivalent.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSourced from s\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eteep, slate-rich slopes beside the hallowed \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBernkasteler Doctor\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e vineyard\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e in Mosel, this \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003edry Riesling \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ehails from old, partly ungrafted vines that thrive on \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDevonian slate.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e With ten years of age under its belt, it's still a live wire: a shimmering beam of lemon citrus layered with dried pineapple and savory flint. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThink a glass of sunshine meets a feathery cloud.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhile Grand Cru whites from Burgundy regularly eclipse $100, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrosses Gewächs Rieslings deliver comparable pedigree and precision—for a fraction of the price.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is why we do what we do: sourcing wines with soul and distinction. Prost!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eLegacy of Thanisch Winery:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEstablished in 1636, the Weingut Wwe Dr. H. Thanisch Erben Thanisch estate carries nearly 400 years of winemaking tradition in the Mosel. Run by eleven generations—four of them pioneering women—it reflects a rare blend of historic resilience and progressive leadership. The trailblazing Katharina Thanisch, one of the founding members of the prestigious VDP growers' association in 1910, set the tone for a legacy of quality and character. Today, Sofia Thanisch leads the family estate with elegance and a steadfast commitment to classic, terroir-expressive Rieslings that speak to the steep slate slopes they’re born from.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SommSelect","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43848287682614,"sku":"SOMM2507-THSCH16RSBGGG-750","price":59.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/2016WweDr.H.ThanischErbenThanisch_RieslingBernkastelerGrabenGrossesGewachs_MainImage-1800x1800.jpg?v=1752691656"},{"product_id":"2024-d-nnhoff-niederh-user-hermannsh-hle-riesling-sp-tlesesomm2511-dnh24rsnh-750","title":"2024 Dönnhoff, \"Niederhäuser Hermannshöhle\" Riesling Spätlese","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eFrom the Nahe, Dönnhoff’s Niederhäuser Hermannshöhle Riesling Spätlese captures the grandeur of one of Germany’s most legendary sites. The steep volcanic soils of Hermannshöhle yield Rieslings of depth and power, and in 2024, the wine shines with remarkable clarity and structure. Helmut Dönnhoff and family have built this estate into a benchmark, crafting wines that age gracefully for decades while remaining utterly captivating in youth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e99 Points, James Suckling:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e “This is one of the wines of the vintage in the Nahe. That starts an explosive nose of Amalfi lemons, white and yellow peaches, lychees and kiwis. Incredible concentration and vibrancy on the tightly focused, medium-bodied palate. A spring-like lightness is married to awesome density, the two so tightly wound that they’re inseparable through the almost endless finish. From organically grown grapes with Fair'n Green certification. Drink or hold.” - Stuart Pigott\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SommSelect","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44336524132406,"sku":"SOMM2511-DNH24RSNH-750","price":68.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/2024Donnhoff_NiederhauserHermannshohleRieslingSpatlese_Nahe.png?v=1763669393"},{"product_id":"2023-gunderloch-hipping-riesling-grosses-gew-chssomm2512-gnd23rsgghp-750","title":"2023 Gunderloch, \"Hipping\" Riesling, Grosses Gewächs","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf you can’t stay away from German Riesling with precision, electricity, and minerality for days, then Gunderloch’s 2023 “Hipping” Grosses Gewächs has your name all over it.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e One bottle won’t cut it—this wine has the ageability, pedigree, and sheer hedonistic citrus‑slate intensity that Riesling fanatics chase in multiples.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is the kind of bottle that becomes the centerpiece of a Riesling masterclass\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e—a benchmark expression of terroir, technique, and tradition.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGunderloch stands among the Rheinhessen’s most revered multi‑generational estates, and under the young and relentlessly curious Johannes Hasselbach, the wines have reached a new pinnacle. T\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ehis is a producer on the rise—not coasting on reputation, but actively redefining it with greater grace, balance, and natural energy than ever before.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Hipping vineyard is pure prestige: one of the most singular sites for Riesling in all of Germany. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts steep slopes of iron‑rich red slate (Rotliegend) impart unmistakable tension—citrus purity cut by salty, stony, red‑slate minerality. There is simply nothing else like it.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe critics agree. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStuart Pigott, Germany’s leading Riesling authority\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, praises the 2023 for its originality and stony depth, while \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAnne Krebiehl MW, Vinous’ German correspondent\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, calls it concentrated, serene, and beautifully slender with a long, salty finish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAnd here’s the kicker: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003efor this level of pedigree, terroir, and critical acclaim, the value is extraordinary.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e In a region where cult producers like \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKeller\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWittmann\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e routinely command \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e$150–$500+\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e for their Grosses Gewächs bottlings—often with multi‑year waitlists—Gunderloch’s Hipping GG delivers \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ecomparable precision, minerality, and age‑worthy architecture at a fraction of the price\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. It’s one of the rare opportunities in the Rheinhessen where world‑class, Grand Cru–level dry Riesling remains genuinely accessible.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTwenty‑five years ago, this bottling was a classic. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eToday, it’s a revelation—and one of the smartest buys in top‑tier German Riesling.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eZum Wohl!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePress Accolades:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e96 Points, James Suckling: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“What complex and original aromas this excellent dry riesling GG has: all the Mediterranean herbs, also grapefruit peel, pomelo and bergamot. This beautifully balances excellent ripeness that has a slight tropical edge with cool minerality on the medium-bodied palate. Very long, refined finish with a stony intensity that builds and builds. From organically grown grapes with FairChoice certification. Drink or hold.” Stuart Pigott Senior Editor \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e95 Points, Vinous Media: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“The 2023 Riesling Niersteiner Hipping Grosses Gewächs was made with whole berries in the ferment rather than prolonged pre-fermentation skin contact. It opens with stone dust, crushed lemon balm, a touch of flinty reduction and an enticing blend of red apple and juicy tangerine, even with a touch of creaminess. That creaminess is also immediate on the palate, pervaded by fine freshness. There’s real concentration and drive here, tingling with lemon brightness and savory red stone. Beautiful, serene and slender, it has lovely substance and a lasting, salty finish.”- Anne Krebiehl MW\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SommSelect","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44420043145270,"sku":"SOMM2512-GND23RSGGHP-750","price":79.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/2023Gunderloch_NiersteinerHippingRiesling_GrossesGewachs.png?v=1765209435"},{"product_id":"2022-joh-jos-pr-m-riesling-sp-tlese-graacher-himmelreichsomm2602-jjp22rie-750","title":"2022 Joh. Jos. Prüm Riesling Spätlese, Graacher Himmelreich","description":"\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJoh. Jos. Prüm, a Mosel Riesling legend, traces its roots to 1156 when the Prüm family first settled in Wehlen.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe modern estate formed in 1911 after Johann Josef Prüm split his inheritance, naming it after himself; his son Sebastian shaped its signature finesse during the 1930s-40s, earning global acclaim for racy, age-worthy wines from steep slate vineyards like Wehlener Sonnenuhr and Graacher Himmelreich. Dr. Manfred Prüm elevated it further from 1969 (named German Winemaker of the Year in 1996), passing leadership to daughter Dr. Katharina around 2020 while upholding 100% Riesling from ~22 hectares—70% ungrafted—mostly in top Middle Mosel sites. Tiny production (~15,000 cases\/year) and gold capsules denote elite selections from riper, botrytis-touched fruit. Critics like Stuart Pigott hail it as \"Germany's best Rieslings with the Mosel's vivacious aroma and racy elegance,\" while Robert Parker and Antonio Galloni routinely score 94-98+ for crystalline purity and decades-long potential.\u003cspan class=\"citation-nbsp\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"group\/trigger inline-flex min-w-0\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation inline-flex min-w-0\"\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" class=\"inline-flex max-w-full min-w-0\" href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Weingut_Joh._Jos._Pr%C3%BCm\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe 2022 Graacher Himmelreich Riesling Spätlese exemplifies Prüm's classical mastery in a stunning vintage of poise and ripeness.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eFrom Himmelreich's red-slate slopes—known for generous fruit, floral lift, and mineral grip—this Spätlese ferments in neutral oak with indigenous yeast, rests on lees, and finishes off-dry with laser focus. Stephan Reinhardt (Wine Advocate) praises similar 2022s as \"stunningly classical,\" with salty persistence and nervous freshness; Galloni notes parallel Auslese Goldkapsels as \"pure, precise... endless.\" Expect peach, white flowers, wet stone, and vibrant acidity balancing ~40-50g\/L RS—elegant now but built for 20+ years. Micro-lots like this underscore Prüm's benchmark status amid climate challenges.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 id=\"why-youll-love-it\" class=\"mb-2 mt-4 [.has-inline-images_\u0026amp;]:clear-end font-sans visRefresh2026AnswerSerif:font-editorial font-semimedium visRefresh2026Fonts:font-bold text-base visRefresh2026Fonts:text-lg first:mt-0 md:text-lg [hr+\u0026amp;]:mt-4\"\u003eWhy You'll Love It\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"marker:text-quiet list-disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:pt-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:mb-2 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:my-0\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eHimmelreich's opulent fruit—ripe peach, mirabelle, jasmine—meets Prüm's slate salinity for filigree tension and profound length.\u003cspan class=\"citation-nbsp\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" aria-label=\"Joh. Jos. Prüm: Purity, Precision, and the Quiet Authority of Mosel ...\" class=\"inline-flex\"\u003e\u003cspan rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-pplx-citation-url=\"https:\/\/mitchellrabinowitz.substack.com\/p\/joh-jos-prum-purity-precision-and\" data-pplx-citation=\"\" class=\"citation inline\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mitchellrabinowitz.substack.com\/p\/joh-jos-prum-purity-precision-and\" class=\"inline-flex max-w-full min-w-0\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:pt-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:mb-2 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:my-0\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eOff-dry finesse (~40-50g\/L RS) avoids cloying notes, balancing vibrant acidity in a 2022 vintage of energy and poise (93-96 points typical).\u003cspan class=\"citation-nbsp\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"group\/trigger inline-flex min-w-0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation inline-flex min-w-0\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/vinous.com\/wines\/joh-jos-prum-2022-riesling-graacher-himmelreich-auslese-goldkapsel\" class=\"inline-flex max-w-full min-w-0\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:pt-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:mb-2 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:my-0\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eLight in body but intense in flavor. A benchmark Spätlese—elegant now, ages 20+ years and rivaling much pricier Goldkapsels.\u003cspan class=\"citation-nbsp\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"group\/trigger inline-flex min-w-0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation inline-flex min-w-0\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.winespectator.com\/articles\/germanys-prum-family-makes-rieslings-that-stand-the-test-of-time-6055\" class=\"inline-flex max-w-full min-w-0\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 id=\"how-to-serve-it\" class=\"mb-2 mt-4 [.has-inline-images_\u0026amp;]:clear-end font-sans visRefresh2026AnswerSerif:font-editorial font-semimedium visRefresh2026Fonts:font-bold text-base visRefresh2026Fonts:text-lg first:mt-0 md:text-lg [hr+\u0026amp;]:mt-4\"\u003eHow to Serve It\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"marker:text-quiet list-disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:pt-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:mb-2 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:my-0\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eChill to 50-54°F \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eto unlock floral layers and minerality. Avoid serving ice-cold \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:pt-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:mb-2 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:my-0\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eOptional Decant with young bottles 30-60 minutes; pair with foie gras, lobster bisque, or spicy Thai curry.\u003cspan class=\"citation-nbsp\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" aria-label=\"2021 Weingut Joh Jos Prüm Wehlener Sonnenuhr Spätlese\" class=\"inline-flex\"\u003e\u003cspan rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-pplx-citation-url=\"https:\/\/www.robertparker.com\/wines\/wg2CnqgKJSaufpR3s\" data-pplx-citation=\"\" class=\"citation inline\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.robertparker.com\/wines\/wg2CnqgKJSaufpR3s\" class=\"inline-flex max-w-full min-w-0\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:pt-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:mb-2 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:my-0\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eTall Riesling flute or all purpose white wine stems; Enjoy now or cellar 15-20+ years through 2045+ for continued depth and honeyed evolution.\u003cspan class=\"citation-nbsp\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-state=\"open\" aria-label=\"Joh. Jos. Prüm: Producer profile \u0026amp; 10 wines tasted - Decanter\" class=\"inline-flex\"\u003e\u003cspan rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-pplx-citation-url=\"https:\/\/www.decanter.com\/premium\/joh-jos-prum-producer-profile-10-wines-tasted-516272\/\" data-pplx-citation=\"\" class=\"citation inline\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.decanter.com\/premium\/joh-jos-prum-producer-profile-10-wines-tasted-516272\/\" class=\"inline-flex max-w-full min-w-0\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"SommSelect","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44778099802166,"sku":"SOMM2602-JJP22RIE-750","price":79.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/2022Joh.Jos.PrumRieslingSpatlese_GraacherHimmelreich_35f91c3d-d528-48ac-ac03-8679fb8ab90d.png?v=1770157024"},{"product_id":"2002-paul-anheuser-riesling-sp-tlese-kreuznacher-kr-tenpfuhl-halbtrockensomm2605-pan02rie-750","title":"2002 Paul Anheuser, Riesling Spätlese \"Kreuznacher Krötenpfuhl\" Halbtrocken","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe have \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"first dibs\" on just 15 cases of this rare library release\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, and given how long it’s been since our last Anheuser Riesling offer, they will vanish quickly. This is a quintessential \"case buy\"—a rare instance where you can lock in 24 years of perfect aging for \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eunder $40 a bottle\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. We have returned to the Nahe and the historic cellars of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePaul Anheuser to secure this 2002 treasure, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ean open-knit, juicy follow-up to the legendary 2001s that trades tight-wound tension for a flavor-packed, fleshy opulence.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOur faithful following for these \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eolder Anheuser gems knows that pristine provenance is everything\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. This \"Halbtrocken\" (off-dry) Spätlese comes from the Krötenpfuhl—or \"Toad’s Pond\"—vineyard in Bad Kreuznach, where the tertiary gravel and loess soils produce a broader, more fruit-forward style of Riesling. Hidden away behind the cobwebs of the estate’s underground cellars since bottling in 2003, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ethis specific cask was meticulously selected and re-corked in 2025 before making its first-ever trip stateside\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. The Anheuser lineage in this region dates back to 1627 (long before their cousins headed to St. Louis to found the Budweiser empire), and that 14-generation expertise is evident in every drop of this heart-stopping nectar.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn the glass, the 2002 is a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003elight golden treasure, exploding with evolved notes of wildflower honey, beeswax, and dried apricots, all balanced by a smoky, flinty minerality that defines the Lower Nahe. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDespite its 13.8 g\/L of residual sugar, the 11% alcohol and firm acidity provide a chiseled, dry-tasting finish that makes it a world-class partner for smoked trout or salmon. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf you have a soft spot for properly aged Riesling, act now to secure your allocation of this 2002 library selection before the final cases disappear.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eZum Wohl!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SommSelect","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45433335087158,"sku":"SOMM2605-PAN02RIE-750","price":39.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/2002PaulAnheuser_RieslingSpatleseKreuznacherKrotenpfuhlHalbtrocken.png?v=1777396311"},{"product_id":"2021-wwe-dr-h-thanisch-erben-thanisch-bernkastel-kues-riesling-alte-reben","title":"2021 Wwe Dr. H. Thanisch Erben Thanisch, \"Bernkastel-Kues\" Riesling Alte Reben","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt is getting harder by the day to find world-class Mosel Riesling without a massive collector's premium, which is why we continually return to the historic cellars of Wwe. Dr. H. Thanisch (Erben-Thanisch). Driven by eleven generations of family leadership—including four pioneering women who helped found the prestigious VDP over a century ago—this 1636-established estate is pure liquid history. For those seeking a daily sanctuary of mouthwatering, bone-dry German white wine, this old-vine village bottling stands as the premier blueprint for unbeatable value.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhile the label bears the twin-town name of \"Bernkastel-Kues,\" Thanisch reserves their grand cru Bernkastel sites for single-vineyard flagships, meaning this \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrtswein\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is drawn from steep, southwest-facing hillside parcels on the Kues side of the river. Planted to ancient, deep-rooted vines ranging from 40 to an astonishing 100 years of age, these slopes are packed with pure Devonian blue and black slate. This gives the wine an explosive, chiseled concentration that younger vines simply cannot replicate at this price point.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn the glass, the 2021 vintage is absolute electricity, bursting with chiseled green apple, zesty grapefruit, and smoky, wet-stone minerality that coats the palate. It is laser-focused and intensely penetrating, screaming for raw seafood or freshly shucked oysters. If you crave vibrant, mineral-driven whites with serious structural integrity, our special 6-pack pricing makes loading up on this electric Mosel classic a complete no-brainer.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/Wwe_Dr._H._Thanisch_gates.png?v=1782289449\" alt=\"Wwe Dr. H. Thanisch\" style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"SommSelect","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46624520896566,"sku":"SOMM2606-WWE21MOS-750","price":32.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/2021WweDr.H.ThanischErbenThanisch_Bernkastel-KuesRieslingAlteReben.png?v=1781889613"},{"product_id":"2021-dr-hermann-urziger-wurzgarten-in-der-kranklei-alte-reben-riesling-spatlese-goldkapsel","title":"2021 Dr. Hermann, Ürziger Würzgarten in der Kranklei, Riesling Spätlese Alte Reben Goldkapsel","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is the ultimate textbook Mosel Riesling that checks every single box for collectors, yet arrives at an insanely affordable price for a “Goldkapsel” bottling\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. The magic lies in the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eÜrziger Würzgarten\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e—a legendary vineyard famed for its iron-rich red volcanic sandstone and slate soils that impart a signature exotic, tropical spice found nowhere else on earth. Tucked inside is \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn der Kranklei\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, an ultra-historic sub-parcel where ancient, ungrafted vines \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eaged 80 to over 100 years old\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e yield a minuscule amount of deeply concentrated fruit. Crowned with a coveted \"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGoldkapsel\" to denote extraordinary richness and backed by a massive 96-point review from the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWine Advocate\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e this spectacular 2021 release is built for a profoundly long life in the cellar.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhile the Dr. Hermann estate was officially founded in 1967 f\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eollowing the division of the historic Joh. Jos. Christoffel Erben property, the family’s winemaking roots span several centuries\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Today, Christian Hermann meticulously manages just over nine hectares of prime, steep estate slopes. He adheres to a rigorous philosophy of hand-harvesting and natural soil cultivation to coax absolute regional perfection out of his ancient vines, a dedication that recently earned the estate a well-deserved induction into the prestigious VDP \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e(elite German winery association)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn the glass, the 2021 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn der Kranklei\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Spätlese \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003edelivers pure, high-toned energy.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e It opens with an explosive bouquet of crunchy mineral undertones,  yellow peach, and wild herbs, balanced by a mouthwatering salinity. At a light-footed 7.5% ABV, the wine d\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eances across the palate with a brilliant tension, balancing its moderate residual sugar with a precise, laser-focused acidity\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Rich yet weightless, sweet yet fiercely crisp, this is a rare chance to secure a century-old, 96-point liquid monument from one of Germany's greatest white wine terroirs without breaking the bank.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCritical Acclaim:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/wine_advoate_logo_240x240.png?v=1769834033\" alt=\"Robert Parker Wine Advocate Logo\" style=\"float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e96 Points, Wine Advocate: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eFrom vines about 100 years old, the 2021 Ürziger Würzgarten In der Kranklei Riesling Spätlese Alte Reben (Gold Capsule) was picked in early November with 89° Oechsle. The wine shows a clear, deep, pure and intense, stony\/herbal bouquet that is highly refined and complex but by far not as opulent or fruit intense compared to former vintages. Round and refined on the palate, this is a generous, saline and playful Spätlese of great finesse. The wine is not really rich or generous but a perfect mix of body, salt, grip and ripe, elegant fruit. The acidity is highly refined and leads to a saline, salivating finish with stimulating crunchy slate splinters. Absolutely fabulous! This has 7.5% stated alcohol plus a moderate 72 grams per liter of residual sugar. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/2021_Dr._Hermann_mosel_vineyards.jpg?v=1783488973\" alt=\"Dr. Hermann - Mosel, Germany\" style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"SommSelect","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46741316501558,"sku":"SOMM2607-DHU21MOS-750","price":54.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/2021Dr.Hermann_UrzigerWurzgarteninderKranklei_RieslingSpatleseAlteRebenGoldkapsel.png?v=1783463990"},{"product_id":"2023-donnhoff-roxheimer-hollenpfad-im-muhlenberg-riesling-grosses-gewachs","title":"2023 Dönnhoff, \"Roxheimer Höllenpfad im Mühlenberg\" Riesling Grosses Gewächs","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf there is a holy grail in bone-dry Riesling, it begins and ends with the legendary Dönnhoff family, the undisputed kings of the Nah\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ee—pronounced \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNAH-heh\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Before Helmut Dönnhoff took the reins, this tranquil valley was a viticultural backwater where grapes were quietly blended away. Helmut single-handedly put the region on the global map, and today, his son Cornelius continues this absolute masterclass in craftsmanship. It’s an essential, highly-coveted bottle for the cellar.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThat genius is on full display in the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ewildly dramatic terroir of the Roxheimer Höllenpfad, which translates to the \"Path to Hell.\" \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe name historically drew weary curses from growers working its brutal, steep slopes. However, it's hard to believe a \"path to hell\" could ever taste this heavenly. Rooted in unique, warm \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRotliegend\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e red sandstone laced with veins of limestone, the sun-drenched site yields tiny, highly concentrated grapes of incredible mineral tension.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTo preserve this laser-like focus, the vines are dry-farmed and meticulously hand-harvested.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e In the cellar, Cornelius naturally ferments the fruit in a pristine mix of stainless steel and seasoned, 10+-year-old 1,200L German \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStückfass\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e oak casks. The result is a bone-dry masterpiece exploding with smoky-spicy stone fruit and a towering \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e99-Point score\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e from critic Stuart Pigott of JamesSuckling.com. This is a monumental, age-worthy Riesling built for the true fanatic.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eZum Wohl!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCritical Acclaim:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/jackes_suckling_240x240.png?v=1769834026\" alt=\"James Suckling Wine Logo\" style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e99 Points, James Suckling:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"Who can resist this beauty? The explosive nose of yellow peaches and wild blackberries sucks you inexorably into this extremely concentrated, but also incredibly refined and precise dry riesling. A great masterpiece of delicacy and purity, with a finish that doesn™t want to stop pumping out the wet stone minerality. A de facto monopole site for this producer. Drink from release.\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/vinous_240x240.png?v=1769834033\" alt=\"Vinous Wine Media Logo\" style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e94-96 Points, Vinous Media:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"The 2023 Riesling Roxheimer Höllenpfad im Mühlberg Grosses Gewächs comes from the core parcel of this red Permian sandstone site, made separately as a GG from 2017 onwards. This was made in old, neutral Doppelstück. Gorgeous savor unites fern, yarrow and tansy, all tingling amidst citrus and a gentle creaminess. Immediate concentration and fluidity characterize the palate, and the citrus impression almost attains a touch of lemon oil, still holding these savory, herbal notions. The 2023 has a sinuous shape, great fluidity, beautiful stoniness and tautness, absolute clarity and direction but with a ton of charm. 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