A thrilling old vine Mosel Riesling with electric precision and profound depth.
Dr Loosen Wehlener Sonnenuhr Alte Reben Riesling 2023 is a benchmark expression of one of the Mosel’s most revered vineyards. Sourced from old vines rooted deep into blue slate soils, this wine delivers remarkable concentration, finesse and energy. It’s intensely pure yet beautifully poised, a Riesling that combines power and delicacy in equal measure, with exceptional ageing potential.
Tasting Notes
Aroma: Lime zest, white peach and green apple layered with jasmine, wet slate and subtle flint.
Palate: Taut, precise and deeply flavoured, showing citrus, stone fruit and a piercing mineral line balanced by vibrant acidity.
Finish: Long, crystalline and mouth-watering with lingering slatey tension and finesse.
Food Pairing / Serving Suggestions
Serve chilled at 8–10°C. Superb alongside shellfish, sushi, lightly spiced Asian dishes or delicate seafood preparations.
About the Winery / Region
Dr. Loosen is one of Germany’s most celebrated Riesling estates, led by Ernst Loosen, whose family has farmed vineyards in the Mosel for over 200 years. The Wehlener Sonnenuhr vineyard is among the region’s most iconic sites, a steep, south-facing slope of blue slate that produces Rieslings of extraordinary finesse, aromatic lift and longevity.
The Alte Reben (old vines) designation indicates low yielding, deep rooted vines that deliver greater concentration and complexity. Dr Loosen’s commitment to sustainable viticulture, spontaneous fermentation and minimal intervention ensures that vineyard character shines clearly, making this wine a pure expression of site and season.
Cellaring Potential
Outstanding longevity. Drink now for vibrancy and tension, or cellar confidently until 2045+ as layers of honey, toast and savoury complexity emerge.
Collector’s Note
Old vine Rieslings from Wehlener Sonnenuhr are among the most sought-after wines in the Mosel. The 2023 vintage highlights freshness, precision and mineral clarity, a superb release for collectors of world class Riesling.
Details
Winery: Dr. Loosen
Vintage: 2023
Variety: Riesling
Vineyard: Wehlener Sonnenuhr (Alte Reben)
Region: Mosel, Germany
Classification: Old-Vine German Riesling
Certifications: Sustainable viticulture