2016 Schloss Lieser Riesling, Estate Feinherb, Mosel, Germany
Feinherb (Medium Dry)
Estate: Lieser’s landmark is the mighty castle, Schloss Lieser,
built in 1875 by Baron von Schorlemer. The Schloss Lieser
estate was founded in 1904 and went on to produce some of
the greatest wines in the Mosel region. In 1997 Thomas Haag
purchased the estate. Thomas is a believer in “wild” yeast
fermentation; he produces superb fruity style and noble sweet
wines but also some of the greatest dry Rieslings in the region.
Tasting Note: The aromatics offer notes of ripe white peach, with
a hint of slate in the background. The palate offers tangy pink
grapefruit, lemon and lime zest, and white peach flavors. The
wine is ripe, juicy, and offers just the right amount of mineral
structure and acid to balance this finely crafted QbA.
Food Affinity: This medium dry style Riesling is outstanding to
enjoy on its own, but is also extremely food friendly and pairs
well with a wide variety of dishes, such as seafood, poultry,
pastas and salads.