LudesRiesling Ritsch Kabinett Feinherb “Gackes Oben” 2023 (750ml)
Country:
Germany
Unit Type:
750ml
Estimated Price:
$35
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The “Gackes Oben” is sourced from a prime, central parcel of the Ritch above the “Gackes,” a small wall of slate. These are the so called “younger” vines of 70 years old, mostly grafted and in the highest elevation of the vineyard at 220m where it is very windy, but also gets very direct sun. Welcome to the cooler part of the Ritsch. 25 of residual sugar. Drinking alongside the Gackes Unten it is a true masterclass in terroir.
| Address | Mosel |
|---|---|
| Unit Type | 750ml |
| Pack Size | 12 |
| Alcohol | 10% |
| Estimated Price | $35 |
| Country | Germany |
| Mosel Fine Wines | The 2023er Thörnicher Ritsch Riesling Kabinett Feinherb “Gackes Oben” was made from fruit picked at 85° Oechsle on 70-75-year-old vines in the upper front part of the vineyard and was fermented down to off-dry levels of residual sugar (25 g/l). This white-hay wine is still marked by residual scents from its spontaneous fermentation and requires a while to reveal some subtle elements of minerals, greengage, grapefruit zest, whipped cream, and earthy spices. The wine is firmly off dry on the palate at first, but a nice zesty side comes through and adds structure to the finish. The aftertaste is still in need of integration as tart and soft elements are battling it out currently. This should develop into a quite enjoyable off-dry expression of Kabinett with proper aging. | No. 72, Sep. 2024 |