Germany
The wines of Germany are among the most distinctive and diverse in the world. This European country produces a range of different wines, from crisp whites to full-bodied reds, each with its own unique style and flavour profile.
German Riesling is the most famous of all German wines, known for its various styles, complexity and extraordinary ageability. Other popular German grape varieties include Spätburgunder (Pinot Noir), Silvaner, Muller-Thurgau and more...
Germany's wine regions are famous for their picturesque landscapes and unique wine culture. The most prominent wine regions include Mosel, Nahe, Rheingau, Baden and Rheinhessen, all of which are located along the banks of the Rhine and Mosel rivers.
In recent years, the wines of Germany have gained increasing recognition and popularity among wine enthusiasts worldwide. With its unique winemaking techniques, indigenous grape varieties, and beautiful settings, Germany offers a unique and diverse range of wines.
A wine country that boasts many extraordinary wines, leading producers in this country include Jos Jos Prum, Keller, Dönnhoff, Markus Molitor and more...
Germany
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Nahe | 6 | 97 (JS) | د.إ849.00 | |||||
James Suckling (97)A great Spatlese that has deep apricot and mandarin orange fruit with delicate mint and tarragon aromas. Staggering vitality and brilliance on the extremely focused and precise palate. Enormous wet stone character at the super-long finish. From organically grown grapes with Fair'n Green certification. Drink or hold. |
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Mosel | 1 | 97 (WA) | د.إ810.00 | |||||
Wine Advocate (97)The 2019 Erdener Treppchen Riesling GG Alte Reben comes from two very old plots adjacent the Prälat (the upper part of the former original Treppchen and the lower Herzlay) that have never been replanted since long before World War I. It shows a clear, intense yet subtle and deep, highly complex but also refined bouquet of very fine red slate and herbal aromas as well as perfectly clear and elegant Riesling fruits. Silky textured, highly finessed and perfectly balanced on the palate, this is a very intense and juicy, enormously long and concentrated yet finessed and mouthwatering Treppchen with the crystalline grip of broken slate and the intensity and complexity of biblical vines in a great terroir. The 2019 Treppchen is arguably the finest dry wine I have ever tasted from Ernie Loosen. Highly recommended. Tasted at the domain in September 2020. |
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Mosel | 1 | 96+ (WA) | د.إ962.00 | |||||
Wine Advocate (96+)From volcanic soils, the 2019 Ürziger Würzgarten Riesling GG Alte Reben is beautifully clear, fresh and subtle on the precise and highly finessed bouquet of slate, iodine and herbal scents. The warm and elegant Riesling fruit intertwined with very fine herbal notes represents the very best of this exceptional grand cru in its original, much smaller size. Almost entirely sourced from the Urglück, this is a lush and intense, enormously powerful yet restrained and slatey Würzgarten GG with crystalline acidity that leads to a long, intense and still slightly astringent finish with refreshing lemon features. This wine is still developing and has the potential to become another giant of the vintage. Tasted at the domain in September 2020. |
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Mosel | 1 | 96 (WA) | د.إ1,010.00 | |||||
Wine Advocate (96)From vines planted in 1911 or earlier in the Laichen lieu-dit, Loosen's 2019 Wehlener Sonnenuhr Riesling GG Alte Reben is sylphlike, highly delicate and fine in its multilayered, fruity, floral and crunchy/flinty bouquet that reveals very fine slate aromas and even salty notes. Absolutely fabulous! Silky textured, lush and generous yet highly finessed, this is an intense yet subtle, pure and minerally fresh Riesling from one of the Mosel's finest vineyard. The finish is long, fresh, piquant and sustainably structured as well as salty. Irresistible. Tasted at the domain in September 2020. |
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Mosel | 1 | - | د.إ4,345.00 | |||||
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Rheingau | 1 | 93 (WA) | د.إ1,030.00 | |||||
Wine Advocate (93)The 2020 Kiedrich Riesling Trocken is very clear, pure, refined and flinty on the elegant and complex, beautifully silky and coolish, classic Rheingau Riesling nose that indicates finely weathered and spicy slate and quartzite soils with delicate fruit or even floral aromas. On the palate, this is a wide and juicy, very fine and elegant, perfectly balanced Riesling with fine, crystalline acidity structure and a long and intense, well concentrated but always salty-crystalline finish. This is a gorgeous Kiedricher Riesling with very delicate tannin grip on the finish. 12.5% stated alcohol. Screw-cap closure. Tasted from AP 5 21 in November 2021. |
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Rheingau | 2 | 95 (JS) | د.إ952.00 | |||||
James Suckling (95)The super-intense wild-herb, lemon-balm and Amalfi-lemon character is married to no less fundamental minerality, then all of this is packed into a sleek body. Crystalline finish that’s extremely long and fine for the village-wine category. From organically grown grapes. Vegan. Drink or hold. Screw cap. |
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Rheingau | 1 | 98 (JS) | د.إ2,400.00 | |||||
James Suckling (98)Anyone who doubts the greatness of the best wines from the 2020 vintage in Germany should taste this extremely complex and pristine dry riesling. Enormous minerality and structure, in spite of only being medium-bodied. So finely nuanced. Very long finish, in which slatey and chalky elements are beautifully interwoven with the white-peach and Amalfi-lemon aromas. Enormous aging potential. From organically grown grapes. Vegan. Drink or hold. |
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Rheingau | 1 | 96 (JS) | د.إ2,200.00 | |||||
James Suckling (96)What beautiful wild-rose, rose-hip and lemon-balm aromas this off-dry riesling has! Stunning mineral intensity and brilliance on the sleek and very focused palate. Very long finish that’s simultaneously juicy and as sharp as a Japanese cook’s knife. Vegan. Drink or hold. |
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Rheingau | 1 | 97 (JS) | د.إ1,760.00 | |||||
James Suckling (97)The extremely complex wild-herb and berry aromas drag you inexorably into this massively structured riesling that’s barely off-dry. Great concentration and so finely nuanced on the palate. Stunning interplay of minerality and juicy, peachy fruit. Very long, super-silky finish that’s very pure. Vegan. Drink or hold. |
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Rheingau | 1 | 92 (WA) | د.إ663.00 | |||||
Wine Advocate (92)The organic 2020 Rheingau Riesling Trocken is clear, intense and complex on the very elegant and finely mineral nose. Supple, structured and persistently salty on the palate, this is a silky, lush and mouth-filling Riesling with a beautiful character and terroir expression. The finish is long, crystalline and highly stimulating with salinity and delicate juiciness. This was sourced from Lorch, Kiedrich, Hattenheim, Eltville and other destinations, which explains the complex character of this generic Rheingau Riesling. 12.5% stated alcohol. Screw-cap closure. Tasted from AP 23 21 in November 2021. |
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Mosel | 1 | - | د.إ1,080.00 | |||||
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Emerging from the esteemed vineyards of Saarburger Rausch, the Forstmeister Geltz Zilliken Saarburger Rausch Riesling Auslese 2009 offers an indulgent taste of superior German craftsmanship. Hand-harvested with meticulous precision, this outstanding wine reverberates with the expertise of the Forstmeister Geltz Zilliken estate, revered for its dedication to viticulture since 1742. This magnificent Riesling Auslese exudes the distinct terroir of Saar Valley, a unique composition of weathered grey slate and iron-rich soil, delivering an indelible minerality in every sip. Characterised by an aromatic bouquet of ripe apricots, candied lemon peel, and subtle hints of honey, it possesses a remarkable ageing potential. Its vibrant acidity and persistent sweetness yield perfect harmony, making the Forstmeister Geltz Zilliken Saarburger Rausch Riesling Auslese 2009 a cherished addition to any discerning wine collector's selection. |
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Mosel | 1 | 93+ (VN) | د.إ491.00 | |||||
Vinous (93+)Pale golden yellow. Peach pit, guava and lemon oil on the nose, with hardly a hint of botrytis. Luscious citrus fruits are refreshed by a cool minerality and bracing acidity. An ethereal weightlessness and elegant spiciness dominate the finish. In a pure, classical style, with undeniable class. |
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Mosel | 1 | - | د.إ1,840.00 | |||||
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For the impressive Forstmeister Geltz Zilliken Saarburger Rausch Riesling Auslese GK Nr4 2010, a well-renowned estate in the Saar region of Germany takes centre stage. This luxurious white has been carefully crafted by the Forstmeister Geltz Zilliken winery, which boasts an impressive history dating back over three centuries. The terroir of the Saarburger Rausch vineyard, renowned for its grey Devonian slate soil, nurtures the Riesling grapes to produce this exquisite Auslese with notable finesse and balancing acidity. This vintage offers luscious honeyed fruitiness and beguiling aromatics with a supreme ageing potential. A gastronomic delight, its abundant sweetness is harmoniously balanced by a crisp finish, echoing its mineral-rich vineyard origins. Cherish the Forstmeister Geltz Zilliken Saarburger Rausch Riesling Auslese GK Nr4 2010 — the epitome of winemaking artistry. |
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Mosel | 1 | - | د.إ3,140.00 | |||||
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Emanating from the prestigious Saar Valley, the Forstmeister Geltz Zilliken Saarburger Rausch Riesling Auslese GK Nr4 2015 encapsulates centuries of wine-making tradition. This mesmerising vintage is the epitome of the exquisite craftsmanship upheld by the Zilliken family, who have meticulously cultivated this esteemed vineyard since 1742. This exceptional Riesling is birthed in volcanic, Devonian slate soil, allowing the grapes to develop a profound minerality. Enjoy an enchanting nose of ripe, luscious fruits mirroring in the opulent palate, accentuated by Suessian notes and a refreshing acidity. Resulting from excessive ripening and careful selection, this Auslese grade wine imbues an intoxicatingly sweet, yet balanced, taste profile. Speckled with a dash of finesse and a lingering finish, the Forstmeister Geltz Zilliken Saarburger Rausch Riesling Auslese GK Nr4 2015 is a true testament to German viticulture's excellence, destined for those with discerning palates and a penchant for sophisticated elegance. |
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Mosel | 1 | 96 (JS) | د.إ684.00 | |||||
James Suckling (96)I love the delicate nose of gardenia, honeycomb and fresh herbs. A rich yet refined Mosel riesling with exquisite elegance at the very long finish with so much mineral freshness. Drink or hold. |
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Mosel | 1 | - | د.إ1,095.00 | |||||
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Showcasing the reputable cru classé vineyards of Mosel, Fritz Haag Brauneberger Juffer Riesling GG Trocken 2020 is a harmonious symphony of quality and refinement. This splendid Riesling is produced by the illustrious Fritz Haag, a wine estate synonymous with premium consistency since 1605. A true testament to the winemaker, this 2020 dry trocken exemplifies the virtues of German Riesling, delineating fruit intensity with remarkable finesse and clarity. With a disciplined yield restraint policy, every drop illustrates meticulous vinification and purposeful precision. The Fritz Haag Brauneberger Juffer Riesling GG Trocken 2020 adroitly matures on its lees in traditional 1000-litre Mosel Fuder barrels. Marked by crystalline minerality and vibrant acidity, it whispers eloquent notes of green apple, peach, and exotic spices, delicately balanced by a captivating finish. Perfectly reflected through the prism of the Brauneberger Juffer terroir, it truly is the embodiment of germanic viticulture. |
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Mosel | 1 | - | د.إ589.00 | |||||
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Showcasing the reputable cru classé vineyards of Mosel, Fritz Haag Brauneberger Juffer Riesling GG Trocken 2020 is a harmonious symphony of quality and refinement. This splendid Riesling is produced by the illustrious Fritz Haag, a wine estate synonymous with premium consistency since 1605. A true testament to the winemaker, this 2020 dry trocken exemplifies the virtues of German Riesling, delineating fruit intensity with remarkable finesse and clarity. With a disciplined yield restraint policy, every drop illustrates meticulous vinification and purposeful precision. The Fritz Haag Brauneberger Juffer Riesling GG Trocken 2020 adroitly matures on its lees in traditional 1000-litre Mosel Fuder barrels. Marked by crystalline minerality and vibrant acidity, it whispers eloquent notes of green apple, peach, and exotic spices, delicately balanced by a captivating finish. Perfectly reflected through the prism of the Brauneberger Juffer terroir, it truly is the embodiment of germanic viticulture. |
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Mosel | 1 | 93 (JS) | د.إ747.00 | |||||
James Suckling (93)Did somebody say aperitif? Effusive white-peach, honeysuckle and vanilla-bean aromas pour from the glass of this Kabinett. A very juicy wine with wonderful lightness and mineral freshness. An ideal partner for conversation. Drink or hold. Screw cap. |
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Mosel | 1 | 96 (JS) | د.إ1,210.00 | |||||
James Suckling (96)A super-filigree Mosel Auslese that impresses with fabulous delicacy and precision. So much vanilla-bean character, but also tropical-flower aromas. Beautifully integrated grape sweetness at the long, very refined finish. Drink or hold. |
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Mosel | 2 | 95-96 (WA) | د.إ638.00 | |||||
Wine Advocate (95-96)The 2019 Brauneberger Juffer Sonnenuhr Riesling Spätlese opens with a bright and coolish, very delicate and filigreed bouquet of herbal/floral aromas intertwined with bright, young spring fruit and aromas of broken slate. On the palate, this is a round, charming, highly finessed and very elegant Spätlese with the lovely fruit and juiciness of the JSU and its unrivaled finesse. The weightless finish is salty-piquant, precise and highly stimulating. This 2019 is a picture-book Spätlese from the Juffer Sonnenuhr. Tasted as a sample in April 2020. |
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Mosel | 1 | - | د.إ2,060.00 | |||||
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Indulge in the true sensation of the Saar vineyards with the Hofgut Falkenstein Krettnacher Euchariusberg Riesling Spatlese 2019. Cultivated on steep, south-facing slopes in Germany's renowned Mosel region, this is a creation of father-son duo, Erich and Johannes Weber of the esteemed Hofgut Falkenstein estate. Esteemed for nurturing a vein of old vines, they employ traditional viticulture methods, paired with low-yielding, hand harvested fruit. The meticulous winemaking processes involve cool fermentations in ancient, large wooden casks, yielding the vivacious, attention-grabbing Riesling. The wine shimmers in the glass releasing complex notes of green apple, citrus zest, and white florals with an intriguing slate-like minerality. The 2019 vintage, whilst deeply fragrant and rich, maintains a fresh and vibrant character balanced with an elegant sweetness. Truly, the Hofgut Falkenstein Krettnacher Euchariusberg Riesling Spatlese 2019 encapsulates the quintessential, exhilarating expression of Saar Riesling. Salute to a wine that dances on the palate, leaving a lasting, compelling aftertaste. |
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Mosel | 1 | 96 (WA) | د.إ1,295.00 | |||||
Wine Advocate (96)The 2020 Graacher Himmelreich Auslese is discreet and remarkably coolish on the dense and lemon-scented nose compared to Zeltingen and Bernkastel. White peach and nectarine aromas intertwined with coolish broken slate aromas make this a savory and irresistible Auslese, even though, or exactly because of it, this is so discreet and only subversively erotic on the nose. The palate then reveals stunning lightness and finesse based on a filigreed structure and highly refined and zesty acidity. This is almost weightless, but it has a sweet core that materializes the fruit, whereas in the transcendental Zeltinger Sonnenuhr, it's more of an idea. 7% stated alcohol. Natural cork. Tasted at the domaine from AP 19 21 in July 2022. |
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Mosel | 1 | 92 (WA) | د.إ1,575.00 | |||||
Wine Advocate (92)Lemon, pineapple, and blackcurrant site-typically scent the Prum 2010 Graacher Himmelreich Riesling Spatlese and are then projected onto a palate underlain with wet stone. A faintly smoky, prickly aura of reduction doesn’t preclude one relishing this wine’s effusive, delectable juiciness. Indeed, like the bit of CO2 Spritz that typically characterizes Prum Rieslings, it somehow enhances the wines appealingly invigorating nervous energy. Salt and stone seem to be thoroughly deposited in a tongue-quivering finish. Expect this to – again in estate-typical fashion – reward 20-30 years’ bottle maturation. |
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Mosel | 1 | 98 (WA) | د.إ1,280.00 | |||||
Wine Advocate (98)The 2020 Wehlener Sonnenuhr Auslese is intense and complex on the still introverted but complex nose that shows clear, bright fruit aromas (baby pineapple) intermingled with fine, flinty slate notes. What an aristocratic appearance! Round, crystalline and saline on the palate, this 2020 Auslese is much more openhearted and fruity as well as frisky and frivolous than it pretends to be on the nose. This is a really Catholic Riesling or a picture-book Wehlener Sonnenuhr Auslese. Its finish, however, is Protestant: rigorously linear, straight and with serious structure and grip. All in all, this is the world's most ecumenical Sonnenuhr. Pure fascination. 7% stated alcohol. Natural cork. Tasted at the domaine from AP 38 21 in July 2022. |
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Mosel | 1 | 97 (WA) | د.إ1,505.00 | |||||
Wine Advocate (97)The 2021 Wehlener Sonnenuhr Auslese is concentrated and fresh on the aromatic nose that is immediately present but also still reductive. Ripe stone fruit aromas intermingle with notes of crushed stones on a deep foundation of aromas from the soil and the fruit of old vines. On the palate, the 2021 is very fine but also intense, savory, saline and lush, leading to a long, intense and highly digestible finish with crunchy and cleansing slate features. Again, this is a fabulous Auslese from Prüm's iconic Sonnenuhr. 7% stated alcohol. Natural cork. Tasted at the domaine in May 2023. |
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Mosel | 2 | 95 (WA) | د.إ845.00 | |||||
Wine Advocate (95)The 2020 Wehlener Sonnenuhr Kabinett offers a discreet and sublime, complex and very elegant and slightly flinty nose with a coolish and very delicate expression of stewed apricots but also some greenish berries, whereas the first stony character remains. This irresistible and noble bouquet leads to a round and lush yet also refined and savory palate, with coolish apricot flavors on the long and sustainably salty finish that is firmly structured but elegant and highly stimulating. This is a superb, very elegant and complex, sustainably structured Sonnenuhr. This is already a great pleasure to drink, but you can keep this Kabinett for more than three decades easily. 8% stated alcohol. Natural cork. Tasted at the domaine from AP 05 22 in July 2022. |
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Mosel | 1 | 96 (JS) | د.إ957.00 | |||||
James Suckling (96)This Spatlese beams you up to Cloud 9, from where you have a wonderful view over the beautiful Mosel Valley. In spite of the considerable concentration, this is super-delicate and precise on the barely medium-bodied palate. Enormously long finish, where you barely feel the natural grape sweetness. Drink or hold. |
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Mosel | 1 | 94 (JS) | د.إ862.00 | |||||
James Suckling (94)The jasmine, honeysuckle and white-thorn aromas are augmented by a touch of wild-herb character that adds special tension. Succulent, medium-bodied palate with caramelized white-peach character, then a very clean and stony finish that is impressively long. Drink or hold. |
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