Weingut Peter Lauer Ayler Kupp Stirn Riesling Fass 15 2018
Weingut Peter Lauer · Mosel, Germany
At a glance
- Producer
- Weingut Peter Lauer
- Region
- Mosel, Germany
- Grape variety
- Riesling
- Wine type
- White
- Body
- Light-bodied and Crisp
- Sweetness
- Dry
- Typical price
- $50-$70
Tasting profile
Bright citrus, green apple, pronounced minerality, subtle floral notes
Evolution: Will develop richer stone fruit and honeyed complexity with bottle age
At peak: Balanced complex Riesling with ripe fruit, honey, slate minerality, and refreshing acidity
Structure
- Acidity
- High, vibrant, typical of Mosel Riesling
- Tannins
- None (white wine)
- Alcohol
- 12.5%
- Aging potential
- Excellent, up to 15+ years due to high acidity and balance
Drinking window
- Peak drinking
- 2025 to 2043
- Optimal window
- 2022 to 2046
- Current status
- Drinking well with potential for further development
- Current condition
- Fresh with mineral intensity and citrus notes, some youthfulness
The wine's high acidity, low residual sugar, and quality of fruit from Ayler Kupp vineyard support a long aging window. Fass 15 selection from Peter Lauer is concentrated and structured, enabling complexity and tertiary aromas around 7-12 years after vintage.
Food pairing
Excellent with seafood, shellfish, light poultry dishes, Asian cuisine, and mildly spiced fare
Serving
- Serving temperature
- 8-10°C / 46-50°F
- Decant
- Not required
Sustainability
Sustainability score: 8/10
Organic vineyard management, minimal intervention winemaking, energy-efficient cellar, water conservation measures
Weingut Peter Lauer adheres to strict organic farming practices certified by Ecovin, avoids synthetic chemicals, promotes biodiversity in vineyards, and implements energy and water-saving measures. The estate's small production and regional sales limit transportation emissions. Overall sustainability score reflects strong commitment balanced with traditional regional methods.