In the glass
What it pairs with
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Apricot and almond tart
Late-harvest stone-fruit notes mirror the dessert while acidity keeps it fresh. -
Creme brulee
Frozen-grape sweetness and acidity cut the custard. -
Roquefort on walnut bread
Honeyed sweetness tames the salty blue funk in a classic sweet-and-salty match.
How to serve Mulheimer Helenenkloster Riesling Eiswein
Allow 5 minutes from open to pour.
- Open and pour. Open and pour directly. No decanting required for this style.
- Serve at 6-10°C. Cellar temperature (6-10°C) is the band for this style. Warmer pushes alcohol forward; colder dampens aromatics.
- Glassware. Use a small dessert-wine glass (2-3oz pour): the bowl shape rewards the wine's structure.
- Pair with. Apricot and almond tart, Creme brulee, Roquefort on walnut bread. Match the wine's structure to the dish's fat and salt.
History
A rare Eiswein from the Mulheimer Helenenkloster, a site Richter reserves for ice wine: piercing acidity carrying intense concentrated frozen-grape sweetness.
Facts
- Producer
- Weingut Max Ferd. Richter
- Grapes
- Riesling
- Classification
- Mosel Pradikatswein
- Price
- EUR 90 to 200 at retail
- Drinking window
- 10 to 40 from vintage
- First vintage
- 1680
Scores
- Wine Advocate 94 (2016 vintage, reviewed 2018)
Frequently asked about Mulheimer Helenenkloster Riesling Eiswein
What does Mulheimer Helenenkloster Riesling Eiswein taste like?
Structurally medium-bodied, racy acidity with a long finish. A rare Eiswein from the Mulheimer Helenenkloster, a site Richter reserves for ice wine: piercing acidity carrying intense concentrated frozen-grape sweetness.
When should I drink Mulheimer Helenenkloster Riesling Eiswein?
Drink 10 to 40 from vintage. Young vintages benefit from 30-90 minutes of decanting; mature bottles should be handled carefully for sediment.
What food pairs with Mulheimer Helenenkloster Riesling Eiswein?
Apricot and almond tart is the canonical pairing. Other strong matches include Creme brulee and Roquefort on walnut bread. Late-harvest stone-fruit notes mirror the dessert while acidity keeps it fresh.
What grapes are in Mulheimer Helenenkloster Riesling Eiswein?
The blend is Riesling. The wine is classified as Mosel Pradikatswein.