At a glance

Producer

Carl Loewen

Region

Mosel, Germany

Grape variety

Riesling

Wine type

White

Body

Light-bodied and Crisp

Sweetness

Dry

Typical price

$45 - $65

Tasting profile

Citrus fruits, green apple, slate minerality, floral notes with racy acidic backbone

Evolution: Develops layered complexity with honeyed, petrol notes after 7-10 years

At peak: Balanced richness with intense minerality and vibrant acidity

Structure

Acidity

High, pronounced crispness

Tannins

None (white wine, no significant tannins)

Alcohol

12.5% ABV

Aging potential

Excellent, 15+ years typical due to GG classification and vintage quality

Drinking window

Peak drinking

2025 to 2044

Optimal window

2022 to 2047

Current status

Drinking well, approaching early maturity

Current condition

Fresh with vibrant acidity and mineral complexity

The 'GG' (Grosses Gewächs) designation indicates top dry vineyards with optimal ripeness and concentration. The 2019 Mosel vintage was very good, offering ripe fruit and excellent acidity balance. Riesling from this terroir and classification ages gracefully, allowing flavor complexity and texture depth to emerge over 10-15 years.

Food pairing

Pairs well with seafood, shellfish, light poultry, Asian cuisine, and dishes with citrus or herbal elements.

Serving

Serving temperature

10-12°C / 50-54°F

Decant

Not required

Sustainability

Sustainability score: 8/10

Uses organic farming, minimal intervention winemaking, solar-powered winery, water conservation techniques, and lightweight bottles.

Carl Loewen estate is recognized for rigorous sustainability commitment, including organic certification and renewable energy usage. Their practices reduce chemical use, conserve water, and minimize energy consumption in production and logistics. Local European sourcing further reduces global transportation impact compared to New World imports.