Dr. Loosen Riesling Sekt Extra Dry NV

Description

The Dr. Loosen estate has been in the family for over 200 years and possesses some of Germany’s most respected and spectacular vineyards. All of the vineyards are sustainably managed according to strict German environmental regulations.  From sites in the villages of Bermkastel, Graach, Wehlen, Urzig and Erden, some of the vines are up to 140 years old growing on different types of soils like red slate, red volcanic soil and  blue slate.

Produced from 100% Riesling from estate vineyards in the Mosel, the wine is bottle fermented bring a zesty sparkling wine with flavours of green apple, tangerine and nectarine with hints of elderflower and just a nuance of brioche. Fine, persistent bubbles and delicate foam are balanced by crisp acidity.

Serve this wine as an apéritif or with milder Asian dishes,: it also goes surprisingly well with asparagus. And Sekt loves cheeses, especially blue and semisoft.