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 Graacher Domprobst 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, mineral-driven fruity-style Spatlese from the Graacher Domprobst with piercing acidity and great cellar potential.
Facts
- Producer
- Weingut Willi Schaefer
- Grapes
- Riesling
- Classification
- VDP.Grosse Lage Mosel
- Price
- EUR 32 to 55 at retail
- Drinking window
- 8 to 28 from vintage
- First vintage
- 1950
Scores
- Vinous 93 (2020 vintage, reviewed 2022)
Frequently asked about Graacher Domprobst Riesling Spatlese
What does Graacher Domprobst Riesling Spatlese taste like?
Structurally medium-bodied, racy acidity with a long finish. A concentrated, mineral-driven fruity-style Spatlese from the Graacher Domprobst with piercing acidity and great cellar potential.
When should I drink Graacher Domprobst 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 Graacher Domprobst 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 Graacher Domprobst Riesling Spatlese?
The blend is Riesling. The wine is classified as VDP.Grosse Lage Mosel.