The 2023 Joh. Jos. Prum Wehlener Sonnenuhr Riesling Kabinett represents a quintessential expression of Mosel viticulture from one of its most revered estates. Joh. Jos. Prum, a name synonymous with ethereal Riesling, meticulously crafts wines that articulate the profound nuances of their Grand Cru vineyards.
The Wehlener Sonnenuhr, a steep, south-southwest facing slope dominated by blue Devonian slate, is celebrated for imparting a distinctive mineral purity and a delicate, yet persistent, fruit profile to its wines. This unique terroir, combined with the Mosel's cool climate, allows Riesling to achieve optimal ripeness while retaining its characteristic vibrant acidity and lower alcohol levels.
As a Kabinett, this wine embodies the lightest and most delicate tier of the Prädikat system. It is typically fermented to an off-dry style, showcasing a pristine balance between residual sugar and the grape's natural acidity. J.J. Prüm's winemaking philosophy emphasizes minimal intervention, allowing spontaneous fermentation and extended lees contact to enhance complexity and textural depth, ensuring a wine of remarkable longevity and grace.
Tasting notes
The 2023 Wehlener Sonnenuhr Kabinett presents a luminous pale gold in the glass. The nose is immediately captivating, offering precise aromatics of crisp green apple, white peach, and lime zest, underpinned by a distinct wet slate minerality and delicate floral nuances. On the palate, it is exquisitely light-bodied and vibrant, with a pristine acidity that beautifully frames a subtle sweetness. Flavours echo the nose, leading to a long, refreshing finish marked by a saline minerality and remarkable purity. This is a wine of exceptional elegance and poise, destined for graceful evolution.