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Balthasar-Ress- Rüdesheim Berg Rottland Auslese (375mL) 1997

Balthasar-Ress- Rüdesheim Berg Rottland Auslese (375mL) 1997

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The 1997 Rüdesheim Berg Rottland Riesling Auslese presents a rich amber-gold in the glass. The nose is captivating with fruity aromas of yellow pear, kumquat and fig. These first olfactory impressions are complemented by hints of nashi and fresh citrus fruit. On the palate, the fruity character of the elegantly matured Auslese continues. Red apple pairs with dark forest honey, acacia and a delicate hint of herbs. The balanced and gentle acidity that emerges on the finish underscores the elegant body of the Rüdesheimer Auslese.

Technical Details

Vintage: 1997
Varietal: Riesling
Appellation: Rheingau
Vineyard Designation: Berg Rottland
Sugar: Sweet
Acid: 7.8 g/L
Altitude: 90-140m (295.3-459.3ft)
Residual Sugar: 78 g/L
Tannin: None
Alcohol %: 9

Vineyard Notes

Berg Rottland is a steep site with a gradient of 33% on the western outskirts of Rüdesheim, near the Binger Loch. The composition of the soil in Berg Rottland varies and is very rocky with portions of slate, quartzite and gravel, some of which are lightly covered with loess. Due to the optimal microclimate with high amounts of light and radiation, the grapes in Berg Rottland reach great maturity. Wines from this site are predestined for high must weights and correspondingly highly classified Prädikat wines.

Soil Type(s): Red slate, quartzite, gravel

Production Notes

The grapes are picked by passing through the vineyard several times between September and October, harvested by hand and carefully transported to the winery in small boxes. This is followed by a cold soak maceration period of up to 12 hours before the wine is fermented using spontaneous native yeast. Fermentation is stopped after a certain time to preserve the high residual sugar content for a late harvest Auslese style. The wine is aged mainly in used barriques and 600L barrels for a period of 18 months. The rest of the aging takes place in bottle in the cellars of the winery. Wines from this site are predestined for high must weights.

Fun Facts

As sweet wines get older, they tend to become noticeably drier and spicier. This is the case here as well. The wine is at this point so well balanced that the umami, acid, and sugar balance is in the perfect stage. The name Berg Rottland is derived from "reuten, rotten, roden", which meant reclamation for viticultural use. It can probably be directly traced back to a donation made by the Archbishop of Mainz to the Rüdesheim and Eibinger winegrowers between 1031 and 1051, with which he gave them fallow land for clearing.

Pairing Notes

Pancakes with Quince Jam, Blue Stilton Cheese, French Onion Soup, Foie Gras, Kumquat Marmalade, Thai Chili Chicken, Papaya Salad

Cuisines to Try With

  • Dessert, French, Thai, Burmese

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