In the glass
What it pairs with
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Roquefort on walnut bread
Honeyed sweetness tames the salty blue funk in a classic sweet-and-salty match. -
Seared foie gras
Botrytis sweetness and cutting acidity balance the rich liver without cloying. -
Apricot and almond tart
Late-harvest stone-fruit notes mirror the dessert while acidity keeps it fresh.
How to serve Brauneberger Juffer-Sonnenuhr Riesling Auslese
Allow 5 minutes from open to pour.
- Open and pour. Open and pour directly. No decanting required for this style.
- Serve at 8-12°C. Cellar temperature (8-12°C) is the band for this style. Warmer pushes alcohol forward; colder dampens aromatics.
- Glassware. Use a small dessert-wine glass (3-5oz pour): the bowl shape rewards the wine's structure.
- Pair with. Roquefort on walnut bread, Seared foie gras, Apricot and almond tart. Match the wine's structure to the dish's fat and salt.
History
A concentrated, botrytis-touched Auslese from the Juffer-Sonnenuhr that pairs honeyed richness with the trademark cutting Brauneberg acidity.
Facts
- Producer
- Weingut Fritz Haag
- Grapes
- Riesling
- Classification
- VDP.Grosse Lage Mosel
- Price
- EUR 55 to 130 at retail
- Drinking window
- 10 to 35 from vintage
- First vintage
- 1605
Scores
- Wine Advocate 95 (2018 vintage, reviewed 2020)
Frequently asked about Brauneberger Juffer-Sonnenuhr Riesling Auslese
What does Brauneberger Juffer-Sonnenuhr Riesling Auslese taste like?
Structurally medium-bodied, racy acidity with a long finish. A concentrated, botrytis-touched Auslese from the Juffer-Sonnenuhr that pairs honeyed richness with the trademark cutting Brauneberg acidity.
When should I drink Brauneberger Juffer-Sonnenuhr Riesling Auslese?
Drink 10 to 35 from vintage. Young vintages benefit from 30-90 minutes of decanting; mature bottles should be handled carefully for sediment.
What food pairs with Brauneberger Juffer-Sonnenuhr Riesling Auslese?
Roquefort on walnut bread is the canonical pairing. Other strong matches include Seared foie gras and Apricot and almond tart. Honeyed sweetness tames the salty blue funk in a classic sweet-and-salty match.
What grapes are in Brauneberger Juffer-Sonnenuhr Riesling Auslese?
The blend is Riesling. The wine is classified as VDP.Grosse Lage Mosel.