Producer | SCHLOSS VOLLRADS |
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Country | GERMANY |
Type | SWEET WHITE |
AOC | RHEINGAU |
Vintage | 2003 |
Bottle Size | 375ml |
Score | 0 |
Packing Size | 12C |
Schloss Vollrads, located in the Rheingau region of Germany, is one of the oldest wine estates in the world, with a history dating back to 1211. Renowned for its exceptional Riesling wines, the estate spans 63 hectares of vineyards, producing high-quality, elegant wines that reflect the region's unique terroir. The picturesque castle, surrounded by lush vineyards, serves as the heart of the estate, blending centuries-old tradition with modern winemaking techniques. Schloss Vollrads is celebrated for its commitment to sustainability and its role in shaping German wine culture, offering visitors a chance to explore its historic cellars and taste its acclaimed wines.
Indulge in Schloss Vollrads Scharzhofberger Riesling Trockenbeerenauslese Rheingau 2003 (375ml), a rare organic VDP Grosse Lage dessert wine from Germany’s Rheingau region. This luxurious sweet Riesling, crafted from botrytis-affected grapes, offers rich dried apricot, pineapple, and honey notes with a balanced mineral finish, shaped by Taunus quartzite soils. Hand-harvested with 800 years of tradition, it pairs exquisitely with blue cheese or foie gras.