{"product_id":"egon-muller-scharzhofberger-riesling-kabinett-2021-copy","title":"Egon Müller Scharzhofberger Riesling Kabinett 2018","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEgon Müller's presentation:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnly our two Prädikat wines from the Scharzhofberg and the Wiltinger braune Kupp bear the site designation visibly emblazoned on the label. For the classification of our wines into the different Prädikat levels, we would like to state very clearly and self-confidently that for us - the legal classification according to the must weight or sugar content at harvest has never been decisive for us. The characteristic feature of our Kabinett wines is that the grapes reach the desired ripeness but have not yet reached the stage of over-ripeness. This criteria alone counts for our two popular Kabinets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese wines are so unique because the grapes can fully ripen in the cool and unique climate of the Saar, although they have a comparatively low sugar content. In a late ripening vintage, such as 1987, the grapes reach their full physiological ripeness at about 70° Oechsle; in years with hot summers, such as 2003, which was one of the most significant examples, a must weight of up to 95° Oechsle may be found.   This shows that we in the Saar are writing our own history in terms of physiological ripeness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlso important: our Kabinett wines usually have an alcohol content of only 7° to 10°  alcohol per liter of wine. They are therefore ideal food companions, especially at lunchtime. The taste of the mineral-intensive slate rock and the fine-grained acidity typical of the Saar dominate the elegantly intense fruit of the Riesling grapes without suppressing it and taking away its impact. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnalytically, our two Kabinett wines are always fruit-sweet wines. However, due to their low alcohol content, they sometimes taste surprisingly dry, depending on the vintage. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur Kabinet wines are fresh and lively when young, but can age elegantly for ten or more years. Especially the Kabinet wines from the Scharzhofberg develop an enormous complexity in correct storage conditions, which surprises us again and again. And this despite the fact that every year we believe that the Scharzhofberg and its grapes can no longer surprise us. Far from it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGeneral information\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEgon Müller is one of Germany's most legendary wine estates, located in the Saar valley of the Mosel region, producing some of the world's finest Riesling wines. The estate has been in the family's possession since 1797, and is currently managed by Egon Müller IV, with the fifth generation already preparing to continue the legacy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVineyards and Production\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe estate comprises 28 hectares of vineyards, including 8.3 hectares in the iconic Scharzhofberg vineyard. They notably possess three hectares of ungrafted vines dating back to the 19th century. The winery focuses exclusively on Riesling production, practicing organic viticulture on slate-based soils.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWinemaking Philosophy\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Müller family believes that \"the quality originates 100% in the vineyard\". Their wines are known for:\u003cbr\u003e- Exceptional balance between exotic spice and generous fruit\u003cbr\u003e- Laser-focused acidity\u003cbr\u003e- Distinct mineral-driven profiles\u003cbr\u003e- Remarkable aging potential[3][4]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecognition and Status\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEgon Müller holds a unique position as the only German member of Primum Familiae Vini, an elite group of prestigious family-owned wineries. Their wines, particularly the noble sweet varieties, regularly achieve record prices at auctions, with the 2003 Scharzhofberger Trockenbeerenauslese setting a record at 12,000 euros.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Egon Müller","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50440439529738,"sku":"CEW263","price":1450.0,"currency_code":"DKK","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0706\/9273\/3194\/files\/Muller_EgonScharzhofbergerKabinett2021.png?v=1734119934","url":"https:\/\/carlwandel.shop\/products\/egon-muller-scharzhofberger-riesling-kabinett-2021-copy","provider":"Carl Wandel \u0026 Søn","version":"1.0","type":"link"}