Variety: Riesling
Region: Mosel
Vineyard: Domprobst (Graach)
Soil Type: Blue Devonian Slate
Fermentation & Élevage: Spontaneous fermentation in old Mosel Fuder
In most vintages, there are two Spätleses made from the Domprobst vineyard, #5 & #10. These are not barrel distinctions but rather an indication of the style. #10 is the wine that leans in the “crunchier” direction while #5 shows more opulent fruit and richness.
Info
Producer:
Vintage:
2024
Country:
Germany
Region:
Mosel
Appellation:
Mosel
Variety:
Riesling
Color:
White
Farming Practice:
Sustainable
Sizes Available
| Full Bottle | DE-WSH-41-24 | 12/750ml |
Resources
REVIEWS FROM PAST VINTAGES
2023
Wine Advocate
Score
97
Date
2024-10-17
"The 2023 Graacher Domprobst Riesling Spätlese #5 is intense and dense on the nose that shows super ripe and partly overripe tropical (mango) fruit yet less of the finesse of the Domprobst slate, at least at this early stage. On the palate, however, comes the energy and stimulating phenolic bite of the Domprobst, paired with a generously lush texture. The acidity is savory yet not as fine and playful as the Spätlese #10, but the wine has substance, length and complexity. Some prefer the #10, while others might opt for this one. It should be interesting to taste both wines again after 10 years. 7.5% stated alcohol. Natural cork. Tasted at the domaine in August 2024."
2023
Vinous
Score
95
Date
2024-12-17
"The 2023 Riesling Graacher Domprobst Spätlese #5 shines with notes of wet slate and Navel orange peel. There is a darker, more defined and intense aspect, creating a melting, soothing mouthfeel. This revels in its aroma, diving deep into citrus and slate with immense delineation and purity. In the company of its Spätlese siblings, this is bolder yet defined by the Schaefer elegance. (Sweet)"
2022
James Suckling
Score
97
Date
2023-11-13
"The astonishing precision of the exotic ripeness and enveloping floral aromas make this extremely concentrated 2022 Mosel Spatlese stand head and shoulders above the majority of the vintage. Then comes the fabulous wet stone freshness that drives the extremely long and totally cool finish. Great aging potential. Drink or hold."
2022
Wine Advocate
Score
96
Date
2023-05-31
2022
Vinous
Score
95
Date
2023-10-26
2021
James Suckling
Score
95
Date
2022-11-11
2020
James Suckling
Score
97
Date
2021-09-21
2020
Wine Advocate
Score
94
Date
2021-09-23
2019
James Suckling
Score
99
Date
2020-09-17
2019
James Suckling
Score
98
Date
2021-04-12
2019
Wine Advocate
Score
95
Date
2020-08-13
2018
Score
92
Date
2020-11-01
2018
Wine Spectator
Score
92
Date
2019-06-01