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Structure
Drinking window
Best 1 to 7 years from disgorgement.
disgorgement1 yrs7 yrs9 yrs
Critic scores
No critic score is published for this bottle that we can cite with a reviewer, a vintage and a review year, so none is shown. The rating in the header is our own.
In the glass
Aroma: yellow citrus, lime peel, soft brioche
Palate: fine mousse, fresh citrus, soft autolysis, long finish
A Riesling-led traditional-method Sekt at Raumland; bright, citrus-driven and softly autolytic for the dinner table.
What it pairs with
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Sushi
Bright citrus suits raw fish and rice. -
Smoked salmon canapes
Fine mousse and lime peel cut smoked fish. -
Roast chicken
Soft autolysis supports roast bird.
History
Marie-Luise is the Riesling-led Tradition cuvee at Raumland, named for Volker Raumland's late wife; a bright, accessible traditional-method Sekt in the value-tier Reserve line.
- 2010: Cuvee Marie-Luise launched
Facts
- Producer
- VDP.Sektgut Raumland · visiting guide
- Grapes
- Riesling (50%), Pinot Noir (30%), Chardonnay (20%)
- Classification
- VDP.SEKT.STATUT
- Oak
- Traditional-method; around 36 months on lees
- ABV
- 12.5%
- Price
- EUR 28 to 42 at retail
- Drinking window
- 1 to 7 from disgorgement
- First vintage
- 2010
- Organic
- ORGANIC CERTIFIED
- Vegan
- Yes (no animal-derived fining)
Frequently asked about Cuvee Marie-Luise
What does Raumland Cuvee Marie-Luise taste like?
Yellow citrus, lime peel and soft brioche on the nose; fine mousse, fresh citrus, soft autolysis and a long finish.
When should I drink Raumland Cuvee Marie-Luise?
Drink between 1 and 7 years from disgorgement.
What food pairs with Raumland Cuvee Marie-Luise?
Sushi, smoked salmon canapes and roast chicken are top matches.
Is Raumland Cuvee Marie-Luise vegan?
Yes. EU-Bio certified estate.
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