Scharzhofberger Riesling Auslese Nr96
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Typically best enjoyed 15 to 50+ years from the vintage release, as these rare Auslese bottlings possess near-immortal aging potential.
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Classic blue cheeses, rich foie gras, and light fruit-based desserts like peach or pear tarts.
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Deeply rooted in the history of the Saar valley, Egon Müller’s Scharzhofberg is arguably Germany's most legendary vineyard. Originally cultivated by Benedictine monks in the medieval era, this south-facing, wind-swept slope of weathered grey slate produces Riesling of unparalleled tension and longevity. The Auslese bottlings, particularly special cask selections, are crafted from meticulously hand-selected grapes affected by noble rot (botrytis). Fermented in traditional old oak casks with minimal intervention, this wine represents the absolute pinnacle of the Mosel's late-harvest style, balancing opulent, honeyed sweetness with an electric, slate-driven acidity.
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Established in 1797 when the Müller family acquired the historic estate, Weingut Egon Müller-Scharzhof is located in Wiltingen within the Saar sub-region of the Mosel, Germany. Today, the estate is meticulously managed by Egon Müller IV, who continues a multi-generational legacy of producing some of the world's most coveted and long-lived white wines. The winery is legendary for its peerless Rieslings sourced from the steep, slate-rich slopes of the iconic Scharzhofberg vineyard, as well as the Wiltinger Braune Kupp site under the Le Gallais label. Emphasizing traditional, low-intervention cellar practices and old, ungrafted vines, Egon Müller crafts exceptionally precise, mineral-driven, and exquisitely balanced Rieslings ranging from crisp QbA to legendary, auction-grade Auslese and Trockenbeerenauslese expressions.