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Half-Bottle of Beerenauslese, Dr. Loosen - 2017

Name: Beerenauslese, Dr. Loosen
Brand: Dr. Loosen
SKU: 44550
Price: 68.96 USD
Availability: OutOfStock

Item # 44550 375mL

One of Germany's most prized wines, Beerenauslesen are only able to be made in exemplary years. The onset of Botrytis allows for the deeply concentrated berries to be pressed into liquid magic. This channels all of the aromatic beauty that is prized in Riesling, and adds the savory flavors of noble rot.

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Color

White

Vintage

2017

Country

Germany

Region

Mosel-Saar-Ruwer

Producer

Dr. Loosen

Grape Variety

Riesling

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Staff Pick Notes

Imagine it's early autumn, the leaves are starting to turn, and the smell of wood fire fills the air. What could be better than settling into a comfy chair with a selection of stinky cheeses, dried fruits, and a glass of this exquisite beerenauslese from one of Germany's finest producers? Delicate aromas hint at the pleasure to come: namely, ripe juicy apples, honied pears, and dried apricots held aloft by a fresh acidity. It has an elegant lightness that makes it an excellent match for cheese, but is so delicious you'll want to keep sipping even when the snow starts to fall.

- ALM

Glossary

Germany

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Riesling

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