Urziger Wurzgarten Riesling Spatlese Auktion Nr46
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Extremely long-lived. While vibrant and intensely aromatic in its youth, this auction-tier Spatlese will gracefully evolve, developing profound petrol, honeyed, and mineral complexities over 15 to 35 years from the vintage.
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Spicy Thai or Sichuan cuisine, roasted duck with a fruit glaze, and aged blue cheeses.
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Hailing from the legendary, amphitheater-like cliffs of the Urziger Wurzgarten (the 'spice garden of Urzig'), this rare auction bottling represents the zenith of Dr. Loosen's winemaking artistry. Unlike the typical blue slate of the Mosel, the Wurzgarten is blessed with a unique, iron-rich red volcanic soil and slate mix. This distinct terroir infuses the Riesling with an exotic, wildly complex profile of wild berries, tropical fruits, and a signature fiery spice reminiscent of cardamom and ginger. As an 'Auktion' wine, this Spatlese is a highly exclusive, small-lot selection sourced from ancient, ungrafted vines, crafted specifically for the prestigious annual VDP wine auctions. It stands as a testament to Erni Loosen's commitment to preserving the historic, noble character of Mosel Riesling.
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The historic Dr. Loosen estate, located in Bernkastel-Kues in the Mosel region of Germany, has been in the same family for over two centuries. Since taking ownership in 1988, Ernst Loosen has propelled the winery to international acclaim by focusing on the estate's extraordinary heritage of ungrafted, old Riesling vines—some over 120 years old—situated in historic grand cru sites such as Erdener Pr$lat, $rziger W$rzgarten, and Bernkasteler Lay. The winery's philosophy centers on minimalist winemaking and a deep respect for the region's diverse slate soils, which yield intensely mineral-driven, expressive wines. Dr. Loosen is globally renowned for its precise, elegant Rieslings, spanning from dry (Trocken) styles to exquisitely concentrated sweet expressions like Auslese, Beerenauslese, and rare Eisweins.