At a glance

Producer

Egon Müller

Region

Saar, Mosel, Germany

Grape variety

Riesling

Wine type

Sweet White

Body

Light-bodied and Delicate

Sweetness

Sweet

Typical price

$200-$350 per bottle

Tasting profile

Rich stone fruit (apricot, peach), honeyed sweetness, complex petrol notes beginning to emerge, slate mineral.

Evolution: Increasing complexity with tertiary notes of dried herbs, waxy, and smoky nuances over decades.

At peak: Balance of sweetness, acidity, and minerality in full harmony with complex mature aromas.

Structure

Acidity

High, crisp and vibrant balancing the sweetness

Tannins

None (white Riesling)

Alcohol

Approx. 7-8% ABV

Aging potential

40-50 years with excellent bottle evolution

Drinking window

Peak drinking

2032 to 2056

Optimal window

2027 to 2059

Current status

Early maturation, developing complexity

Current condition

Youthful with intense fruit, floral and mineral notes; sweetness balanced by high acidity

Auslese-level Rieslings from Egon Müller’s Scharzhofberger vineyard are among the world's longest-lived whites due to extremely high acidity, noble rot concentration, and meticulous vineyard and cellar work. The 2019 vintage was excellent in the Mosel with balanced ripeness and acidity allowing decades of graceful aging.

Food pairing

Ideal with foie gras, blue cheese, spiced Asian cuisine (Thai, Vietnamese), and rich shellfish dishes.

Serving

Serving temperature

10-12°C (50-54°F)

Decant

Not required

Sustainability

Sustainability score: 8/10

Egon Müller estate employs organic viticulture, minimal intervention winemaking, reduced water use, responsible energy management, and uses natural cork closures and lightweight bottles to reduce environmental impact.

Egon Müller is regarded as a leader in ecological stewardship in Mosel, integrating sustainable farming and winery practices while producing world-class Rieslings that maximize terroir expression and quality.