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 Scharzhofberger 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 estate's Scharzhofberg parcels, with ripe fruit held in piercing Saar acidity.
Facts
- Producer
- Weingut von Hovel
- Grapes
- Riesling
- Classification
- VDP.Grosse Lage Mosel
- Price
- EUR 35 to 60 at retail
- Drinking window
- 8 to 28 from vintage
- First vintage
- 1803
Frequently asked about Scharzhofberger Riesling Spatlese
What does Scharzhofberger Riesling Spatlese taste like?
Structurally medium-bodied, racy acidity with a long finish. A concentrated fruity-style Spatlese from the estate's Scharzhofberg parcels, with ripe fruit held in piercing Saar acidity.
When should I drink Scharzhofberger Riesling Spatlese?
Drink 8 to 28 from vintage. Young vintages benefit from 30-90 minutes of decanting; mature bottles should be handled carefully for sediment.
What food pairs with Scharzhofberger 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 Scharzhofberger Riesling Spatlese?
The blend is Riesling. The wine is classified as VDP.Grosse Lage Mosel.