In the glass
What it pairs with
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Seared foie gras
Botrytis sweetness and cutting acidity balance the rich liver without cloying. -
Sichuan mapo tofu
The wine's sweetness and high acidity buffer the numbing chilli oil and lift the fermented-bean savour. -
Glazed duck breast
Concentrated fruit and racy acidity match the rich poultry.
How to serve Ayler Kupp Riesling Spatlese
Allow 5 minutes from open to pour.
- Open and pour. Open and pour directly. No decanting required for this style.
- Serve at 8-10°C. Cellar temperature (8-10°C) is the band for this style. Warmer pushes alcohol forward; colder dampens aromatics.
- Glassware. Use a smaller all-purpose white glass: the bowl shape rewards the wine's structure.
- Pair with. Seared foie gras, Sichuan mapo tofu, Glazed duck breast. Match the wine's structure to the dish's fat and salt.
History
A concentrated fruity-style Spatlese from the Saar Ayler Kupp, with ripe fruit and piercing acidity.
Facts
- Producer
- Bischofliche Weinguter Trier
- Grapes
- Riesling
- Classification
- VDP.Grosse Lage Mosel
- Price
- EUR 24 to 40 at retail
- Drinking window
- 6 to 18 from vintage
- First vintage
- 1966
Frequently asked about Ayler Kupp Riesling Spatlese
What does Ayler Kupp Riesling Spatlese taste like?
Structurally medium-bodied, racy acidity with a long finish. A concentrated fruity-style Spatlese from the Saar Ayler Kupp, with ripe fruit and piercing acidity.
When should I drink Ayler Kupp Riesling Spatlese?
Drink 6 to 18 from vintage. Young vintages benefit from 30-90 minutes of decanting; mature bottles should be handled carefully for sediment.
What food pairs with Ayler Kupp Riesling Spatlese?
Seared foie gras is the canonical pairing. Other strong matches include Sichuan mapo tofu and Glazed duck breast. Botrytis sweetness and cutting acidity balance the rich liver without cloying.
What grapes are in Ayler Kupp Riesling Spatlese?
The blend is Riesling. The wine is classified as VDP.Grosse Lage Mosel.