2023 Peter Lauer No. 111 Schonfels Riesling Kabinett [JS95]

Producer: Peter Lauer 
Region: Mosel, Germany
Varietal: Riesling
Year: 2023 

James Suckling, 95 Points 

"This stunningly elegant riesling kabinett exists in a delightful no-man’s land that lies somewhere between bone dry and frankly sweet. The vibrant acidity of the vintage somehow manages to be very polished on the super-sleek and salty palate. The hint of caramelized pear character adds to the wine’s charismatic personality. Sustainable. Drink or hold." 

Mosel Fine Wines, 93 Points 

"The 2023 Schonfels Kabinett N°111, as it is referred to in the central part of the label, was made from fruit harvested at 78-79° Oechsle in this steep, south-east facing Lieu-Dit overseeing the Saar, and was fermented down to fruity-styled levels of residual sugar (50 g/l). This hay-yellow- colored wine offers a beautiful nose made of grapefruit puree, barbeque herbs, and whipped cream. The wine develops the subtle creaminess of a Spätlese paired with the tart raciness of a Kabinett on the palate. This sensation of a mouthwatering Spätlese carries over right into the juicy and comparatively multi-layered finish. This is a gorgeous fruity-styled wine in the making but one which will benefit from some bottle aging." 

Alcohol: 7.5% 

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