September 1, 2009: News, Wines of the Month

2008er Schloss Saarstein Serriger Schloss Saarsteiner Riesling Kabinett

In september, we highlight, among others, a light and stylish Kabinett which underlines the potential of the vintage in the Saar.

(image: Weingut Schloss Saarstein, all rights reserved)

2008 was not an easy vintage in the Saar but this light stylish Kabinett nicely underlines that greatness was possible. This wine has been reviewed in our first part of our extensive 2008 Vintage Report which is still available. It covers over 20 Estates, including Schloss Saarstein.

2008er

Schloss Saarstein

Serriger Schloss Saarsteiner Riesling Kabinett

09 09

90

This Kabinett is a blend of four casks (Fuders), of which one was fermented using ambient yeasts. The result of this spontaneous fermentation was still showing somewhat on the nose with notes of reduction and this could put off some people. But not to worry, underneath this blanket, the wine offers complex and precise flavors of white peach, grilled almond, rose water and smoke. There is a great sense of sappiness and playfulness on the palate which is enhanced by the low alcohol level (7.5%). This is plain delicious and a great success for this vintage. 2013-2023

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