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Dr. Loosen Dr. L Estate Qba 2008
Dr. Loosen Dr. L Estate Qba 2008


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Dr. Loosen Dr. L Estate Qba 2008


Riesling

from Mosel-Saar-Ruwer, Germany

white wine
screw cap wine
Wine Spectator 90 point ratingWine Spectator 90 point rating
ratings pedigree (past vintages):
2007
Wine Spectator 2007 Dr. L Estate Qba 89 point ratingWine Spectator 2007 Dr. L Estate Qba 89 point rating
2005
The Wine Advocate 2005 Dr. L Estate Qba 89 point ratingThe Wine Advocate 2005 Dr. L Estate Qba 89 point rating
2004
The Wine Advocate 2004 Dr. L Estate Qba 88 point ratingThe Wine Advocate 2004 Dr. L Estate Qba 88 point rating
2001
The Wine Advocate 2001 Dr. L Estate Qba 87 point ratingThe Wine Advocate 2001 Dr. L Estate Qba 87 point rating
The Wine Advocate 2001 Dr. L Estate Qba 87 point ratingThe Wine Advocate 2001 Dr. L Estate Qba 87 point rating
1999
Wine Enthusiast 1999 Dr. L Estate Qba 86 point ratingWine Enthusiast 1999 Dr. L Estate Qba 86 point rating
Price: $13.49
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Item No. 99083 
winemaker's notes:

#62 Wine Spectator Top 100 of 2009

The vineyards of Germany's Mosel Valley are characterized by their incredibly steep, south-facing slopes, mineral-rich slate soil and favorable position near the river. Excellent drainage and the heat-retaining quality of the rocky slate soil are also important factors in producing fully ripe, concentrated wines. The combination of these elements results in racy, mineral-inflected Rieslings that are fruity, crisp and very refreshing to drink.

This entry-level Loosen Riesling embodies the elegant and racy characteristics of steep, slate-soil Mosel vineyards at a very reasonable price. It is a bright, vibrant, fruit-driven wine made with grapes from contracted growers who work very closely with brothers Ernst and Thomas Loosen to achieve excellent quality and superb concentration in every vintage.

critical acclaim:

"Sleek and tangy, showing apricot, lime and mango flavors matched to a lively structure. Shows good harmony and persistence through the finish. Drink now through 2018."

90 Points

Wine Spectator

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3 out of 4 people would buy this wine again.
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  Okay - 2/4/2010
I would not buy this wine again
This wine has been getting a lot of attention. If you like slightly sweet Rieslings then this is a good value wine. If you like dry Rieslings - don't waste your time.

 
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Richard Zerr - Saint Charles, MO (read all my reviews)
  Excellent - 1/13/2010
I would buy this wine again
This is an excellent example of a German Mosel. Not too sweet, as they tend to be sometimes and with good fruit.

 
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Corey Bragg - Springfield, OR (read all my reviews)
  very nice - 1/10/2010
I would buy this wine again
hints of lemon and lime, if you like late harvest rieslings you will like this.

 
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