LudesRiesling Ritsch Kabinett “Gackes Oben” 2022 (750ml)
Country:
Germany
Unit Type:
750ml
Estimated Price:
$33
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The “Gackes Oben” is sourced from a prime, central parcel of the Ritch above the “Gackes,” a small wall of slate. These are the so called “younger” vines of 70 years old, mostly grafted and in the highest elevation of the vineyard at 220m where it is very windy, but also gets very direct sun. Welcome to the cooler part of the Ritsch. 17.7g of residual sugar and 10.4g of acid. Drinking alongside the Gackes Unten it is a true masterclass in terroir.
For an introduction to the 2022 vintage at Ludes, check out our newsfeed piece here.
| Address | Mosel |
|---|---|
| Unit Type | 750ml |
| Pack Size | 12 |
| Alcohol | 10% |
| Estimated Price | $33 |
| Country | Germany |
| Mosel Fine Wines | The 2022er Thörnicher Ritsch Riesling Kabinett Feinherb “Gackes Oben” was made from fruit harvested at 77° Oechsle on 70-75-year-old vines in the upper front part of the vineyard and was fermented down to off-dry levels of residual sugar (17 g/l). The nose immediately captures one’s attention as it offers plenty of refreshing and airy elements of anise, minty herbs, spearmint, candied citrusy elements, orange blossom, and aniseed, all wrapped in a blanket of fine slatey smoke. The wine is vibrant on the palate as plenty of spicy and zesty flavors, which give it a superbly dynamic and focused edge. The finish is chiseled, focused, and superbly long. The aftertaste is marked by smoke, lime, and ginger-driven spices, and above all shows huge energy. This is a splendid dry-tasting and racy wine, made for lovers of straightforward and sharp Riesling. It only needs a few years to round off its edges. | No. 67, Sep. 2023 |