Dittelsheimer Leckerberg Riesling Auslese, Rheinhessen, David Spies
Dittelsheimer Leckerberg Riesling Auslese from David Spies is an elegant and intense German dessert wine from Rheinhessen. The wine combines ripe fruit, fresh Riesling acidity, and fine minerality with notes of peach, apricot, citrus, and honey.
About the product
This Riesling Auslese comes from the Dittelsheimer Leckerberg vineyard in Rheinhessen and is made from 100% Riesling. Auslese is a classic German quality designation for which particularly ripe grapes are selected at harvest. This results in a wine with greater concentration, natural sweetness, and excellent aromatic depth.
David Spies works with a focus on purity, balance, and the natural expression of the grape. In this wine, the Riesling grape is allowed to showcase its classic combination of fruit, acidity, and elegance.
The wine is ideal as a dessert wine, but can also be enjoyed on its own as an exclusive glass after dinner.
About the region
Rheinhessen is Germany's largest wine region and one of the country's most exciting areas for modern Riesling. The region is known for wines with fresh acidity, aromatic finesse, and a great balance between fruit and minerality.
Dittelsheimer Leckerberg is a vineyard with excellent conditions for Riesling, where calcareous soils and a mild climate contribute to the wine's structure, freshness, and elegant expression.
Taste
Nose: Ripe peach, apricot, citrus, honey, tropical fruit, and floral notes.
Palate: Full-bodied and concentrated with notes of stone fruit, citrus, pineapple, and an elegant natural sweetness.
Finish: Long, fresh, and harmonious with a great balance between sweetness, acidity, and minerality.
Serving
Best served at 8-10°C in a white wine or dessert wine glass. The wine does not require decanting and can be enjoyed both young and after several years of aging.
What does it pair with?
Dittelsheimer Leckerberg Riesling Auslese pairs particularly well with:
- Fruit desserts with peach, apricot, or citrus
- Crème brûlée and panna cotta
- Blue cheese and strong cheeses
- Foie gras or spicy Asian dishes
FAQ
What does Auslese mean?
Auslese means that the wine is made from particularly ripe grapes that are selected at harvest. This results in a wine with natural sweetness, concentration, and complexity.
Is Riesling Auslese a dessert wine?
Yes, Riesling Auslese typically has a natural sweetness and therefore pairs well with desserts, cheeses, or as a glass after dinner.
What does Dittelsheimer Leckerberg Riesling Auslese pair with?
It pairs well with fruit desserts, crème brûlée, blue cheese, foie gras, and spicy Asian dishes.
Can Riesling Auslese be aged?
Yes, Riesling Auslese often has good aging potential, as the sweetness and fresh acidity help the wine develop complexity over time.
