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The Sonnenuhr vineyard is a precipitously steep, rocky site that consistently yields some of the most elegant white wines in the world. Spätlese ("late picked") indicates a deeply flavoured wine from very ripe grapes.
Viticulture: Sustainable, according to strict German environmental regulations Average Yield: 50 hl/ha
Harvest Method: Selective hand picking
Vinification: Cool fermentation in stainless steel tanks and traditional Fuder barrels; half fermented with natural yeasts, half with cultured yeasts; stopped by chilling
Alcohol: 7.5%
Residual Sweetness: 57.0 grams/liter
Total Acidity: 8.5 grams/liter
Recommended Serving Temperature: 8-10°c
Recommended Breathing Time: 15 -30 mins
Editor Choice: Offers a ripe, intense and spicy-mineral nose with delicious slate and Riesling aromas. On the palate, this is a lush, round, intense and salty-piquant Spätlese with good grip and tension. Lovely and highly stimulating.
Food Pairing: Smoked Trout, Crab with ginger and onion, Cold Roast meat.