At a glance

Producer

Dr. Loosen (Estate of Robert Weil)

Region

Rheingau, Germany

Grape variety

Riesling

Wine type

White

Body

Light-bodied and Crisp

Sweetness

Medium-Sweet

Typical price

$40-$55

Tasting profile

Notes of ripe stone fruits (peach, apricot), citrus zest, petrol-tinged minerality, balanced residual sugar, and slatey finish.

Evolution: Fruit notes may become more honeyed and complex with age, while mineral and petrol notes intensify and smooth out.

At peak: Complex layered flavors with vibrant acidity harmonizing sweetness, enhanced mineral depth and long finish.

Structure

Acidity

High, crisp and refreshing

Tannins

None (white wine)

Alcohol

Approximately 8-9.5%

Aging potential

20+ years due to Riesling’s acidity and concentration, and Premier Cru-level terroir from Kiedricher Grafenberg

Drinking window

Peak drinking

2028 to 2043

Optimal window

2023 to 2046

Current status

Approaching early maturity

Current condition

The wine is developing vibrant fruit and a refined mineral core, with sweetness nicely balanced by lively acidity.

The 2018 vintage, a warm year, gave ripe but well-balanced grapes preserving acidity. The Kiedricher Grafenberg vineyard is a top Rheingau site with superior slate soils lending minerality that supports long-term aging. Spätlese level sweetness combined with high acidity enables 20+ years graceful evolution.

Food pairing

Spicy Asian cuisine, smoked fish, roast pork with fruit glaze, mature cheeses (e.g., Munster), and rich poultry dishes.

Serving

Serving temperature

10-12°C (50-54°F)

Decant

Not required

Sustainability

Sustainability score: 7/10

Use of integrated pest management, reduction of chemical inputs, water conservation efforts, energy-efficient winery operations and lightweight packaging

Weil vineyard practices favoring soil health and biodiversity, combined with modern efficient winery facilities, result in above-average sustainability. However, global distribution and transportation impact carbon footprint moderately.