Monchhof Urzig Wurzgarten Kabinett Riesling 2008
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Grown on various types of slate in the top vineyard site of the Ürziger Würzgarten, the wine displays spicy peach elements, with beautiful elegance in the fruity attack and rich minerality on the palate; packed full of flavor yet light and refreshing. A picture-book Riesling.
Food Affinity: Great to enjoy on its own, with light dishes such as salads and with lightly spicy dishes or fusion cuisine.
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Bright, with a floral aroma leading off, supported by apricot, apple, pear and a hint of lime. There's more fruit than mineral at this stage, with a delicate finish. Drink now through 2018. 2,000 cases imported.
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Formerly a possession of the Cistercian Abbey at Himmerod it is one of the oldest estates in the Mosel region. As early as 1177 documents from Pope Alexander III show the Abbey owned vineyards in and around the village of Ürzig. After secularization the Eymaels in 1804 purchased the estate from Napoleon at an auction in Paris. The estates top vineyards are comprised of the very steep Ürziger Würzgarten, Erdener Treppchen and the “filet” piece in one of the prized jewels in the Mosel valley – the Erdener Prälat. All the vineyards are planted 100% to Riesling (all with original rootstocks).