| On Saturday, August 16th from 1-4pm we will taste a spectacular range of wines from Fritz Haag, Andreas Schmitges, Erben von Beulwitz, Emrich-Schönleber and Fred Prinz. Our first tasting of the '07s was packed and people were thrilled to get a snapshot of what may turn out to be a legendary vintage.
2007 was the longest growing season on record in Germany. There was plenty of photosynthesis for high sugar levels and cool weather for balancing acidity. Those with experience are comparing 2007 to 1971. In addition to the wines, we will also be serving a selection of artisanal cheese.
Here are the wines we will be showing:
Erben von Beulwitz
2007 Kaseler Nies'chen Kabinett
2007 Kaseler Nies'chen Spätlese Alte Reben
2007 Kaseler Nies'chen Auslese
Emrich-Schönleber
2007 Monzinger Kabinett
2007 Monzinger Frühlingsplätzchen Spätlese
2007 Monzinger Halenberg Spätlese
Fritz Haag
2007 Estate Riesling
2007 Brauneberger Juffer Kabinett
2007 Brauneberger Juffer Spätlese
2007 Brauneberger Juffer Sonnenuhr Spätlese
2007 Brauneberger Juffer Auslese
2007 Brauneberger Juffer Sonnenuhr Auslese #10
Fred Prinz
2007 Hallgartener Jungfer Spätlese
Andreas Schmitges
2007 Erdener Prälat Spätlese** "Old Vines"
2007 Erdener Treppchen Auslese**
The fee for the tasting is $25 ($20 if you bring your own glass and for Wine Club Members). For retail questions and orders, to RSVP to tastings, and for more information about our Wine Clubs, please contact Otto Han. |