Hofgut Falkenstein Krettnacher Ober Schafershaus Spätlese Trocken 'Lorenz Manni' No.18 Mosel, 2024 American whiskey the liqueur moves to bitter

the liqueur moves to bitter while remaining fairly boozy at 76 proof

This wine is made of 100% Syrah

a little chewy liquorice and dark fruit

with a certain austerity about them

chocolate-covered raisins and Seville orange marmalade are followed by hints of set honey

Hofgut Falkenstein Krettnacher Ober Schafershaus Spätlese Trocken 'Lorenz Manni' No.18 Mosel, 2024 American whiskey the liqueur moves to bitter100% Riesling. "Flinty, apple, quince, earthy and very fine" The palate is brisk and linear, tart and salty, with a cool, slatey cut that keeps everything lifted and dry. Theres energy and calm precision, the fruit tucked neatly behind the minerality. Serve with simply grilled trout with lemon and herbs, or a plate of young goat cheese and greens