Category Archives: Germany

Karthauserhof, Mosel-Saar-Ruwer, Eitelsbacher, Karthauserhofberg, Riesling, Auslese, Trocken “S” 2007 There is a bevy of sweet flowers to smell in this wine. In the mouth, there is electric acidity and just a touch of RS in this very concentrated, trocken gem. … Continue reading →

Dr. Loosen, Mosel-Saar-Ruwer, Urziger, Wurzgarten, Riesling, Auslese 2006 In the nose there is minerality wound around limes and a touch of petrol. The mouth is rich and viscous with balancing acidity. This wine is very concentrated and cries out for … Continue reading →

Dr. Loosen, Mosel, Blue Slate, Riesling 2007 The nose is filled with cotton candy and juicy fruit gum. The mouth is light-bodied and has a nice balance of the sweet and the tart, like well-made fresh lemonade. Qualitatswein, bottled in … Continue reading →

Dr. Loosen, Mosel-Saar-Ruwer, Wehlener, Sonnenuhr, Riesling, Kabinett 2007 This wine epitomizes the beautiful sweetart character that many of these Rieslings display. This is so perfectly balanced – delicious. I had opportunity to visit the estate and the quality is always … Continue reading →

Selbach-Oster, Mosel-Saar-Ruwer, Zeltinger, Sonnenuhr, Riesling, Spatlese, Trocken 2007 Another top and consistent producer from the Mosel. The fruit has a candied character and there are some spice notes. The wine has lots of acidity and full flavor development so that … Continue reading →

Dr. Loosen Mosel-Saar-Ruwer Blue Slate Riesling 2006 If you love Jolly Ranchers, this is the liquid form, a sweet and tart, delicious value. Qualitatswein, bottled in Bernkastel 8% $12.49 at Bottle Barn Dr. Loosen Mosel-Saar-Ruwer Urziger Wurzgarten Riesling Spatlese 2006 … Continue reading →