Scheurebe Kabinett Annaberg, Koehler-Ruprecht - 2018

Name: Scheurebe Kabinett Annaberg, Koehler-Ruprecht
Brand: Koehler-Ruprecht
SKU: 35576
Price: 24.96 USD
Availability: OutOfStock

Item # 35576 750mL

Scheurebe is a venerable German grape that has taken a back seat to Riesling's fame. An ideal fit at the table due to its bright fruit notes, incisive acidity and dominant white grapefruit flavor. This comes from the Koehler-Ruprecht estate in the Pfalz, which has gone through a marvelous transition over the past two decades to become one of the top 5 estates of the region.

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Color

White

Vintage

2018

Country

Germany

Region

Pfalz

Producer

Koehler-Ruprecht

Grape Variety

Scheurebe

Production Methods

Organic

Biodynamic

Wine made from grapes grown organically using natural composting techniques and special preparations of herbal sprays while following the astronomical calendar.

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Staff Pick Notes

Scheurebe is a cross between Riesling and Bukettraube (not Silvaner as previously believed) that first was bred in 1916. At one point in time it was over 4% of German vine plantings, but these days hovers a bit over 1%. Most of it is grown in the Pfalz, where the grape achieves some very impressive heights indeed. The dear folks at Koehler-Ruprecht, Dominik and Franziska are working with Scheurebe planted in the 1960s. The Annaberg plot in Kallstadt features lime and sandstone soils, and produces some of the highest quality Scheurebe there is, and in small quantities. This is a lauded expression, and for very good reason. The floral aromatics of honeysuckle and orange flowers, stone fruits, grapefruit, nice acidity, and dry finish are very refreshing and delicious. Pair with flavorful cuisines, or creamy chicken mushroom Spätzle.

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Glossary

Germany

German wines are some of the most jubilantly fruity bottles in the world. The country's Rieslings have been prized worldwide for centuries, yet they have never quite caught on in the U.S.: this no doubt due to Germany’s arcane system of wine classification. The most useful words to know on German wine labels are “Kabinett,” which indicates an outstanding everyday wine, and “trocken,” which means “dry.” As far as dessert wines go, a half-bottle of German Eiswein is so potent that you'll be able...