Dr. Burklin Wolf Ruppertsberger Auslese 2015

Country
Germany
Region
Pfalz
Producer
Dr. Bürklin-Wolf
Grape(s)
Riesling (100%)
Type
White
Style
Aromatic
Oaked Style
Unoaked
Body Style
Medium bodied
Dry/Sweet Style
Dry
Alcohol Content
10%
Closure Style
Cork
Organic/Biodynamic
Biodynamic
Sustainable
Yes-certified sustainable
Vegetarian/Vegan
Vegetarian
Yes
Vegan
Yes
Allergens
Sulphites
Yes
Milk
No
Egg
No

Region

Pfalz region of southern Germany is warmer than the Mosel and ripens a wider variety of varietals. The region has a long history of wine dating back to Roman times. Its wines tend to be fuller in weight and intensity than most German wine. It is planted with Riesling, Muller Thurgau and increasing amounts of Chardonnay and Pinot Noir.

Producer

The tradition at the Dr. Bürklin-Wolf Estate in Wachenheim dates back to 1597, it is one of the largest and most important estates in Germany. The total vineyard area is 85 ha, a treasure trove of top-rated vineyard sites in the unique landscape of the Mittelhaardt, and it is here that the highest quality Rieslings are produced in harmony with nature, to achieve this, the entire vineyard area was converted to biodynamics in 2005. This ensures that the diversity and depth of the terroir can be mirrored and presented perfectly the wines. The Estate has always been considered to be a pioneer and trailblazer for change in German viticulture. Bettina Bürklin-von Guradze, the oldest daughter of Dr. Albert Bürklin, inherited the Estate from her parents in 1990, and since then has taken the lead at the Estate with her own vision. The passion to respect the inherited resources, and to maintain them for her children and further generations to come is the focal point of all she does..
Tasting Notes
Auslese wines are made from specially selected bunches of ripe grapes which are selected for their potential to create rich and intense wines. The grapes for this wine were hand selected and chosen for their levels of botrytis (noble rot). The result is a hugely expressive sweet wine, notes of apricot and golden aple combine with spices and a tingling mineralitly. The sweetness of the wine is perfectly balanced by a fresh, lime juice acidity and finishes with a long and powerful impression on the palate.
Food
Serve with thai curries, fruit deserts, foie gras or aged cheeses.