Wines Mosel Egon Müller - Wiltinger braune Kupp - 2019

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The 2019 Cuvée Wiltinger braune Kupp from Egon Müller is a remarkable white wine originating from one of the Mosel region’s most prestigious estates. Crafted from Riesling grapes grown on the renowned Braune Kupp vineyard, this cuvée encapsulates the essence of exceptional Mosel Riesling. The 2019 vintage benefited from a remarkable growing season, blending ripe fruit with an energetic acidity thanks to cooler nights and a temperate climate. The winemaking at Egon Müller remains resolutely traditional, favouring natural fermentations and minimal intervention, thus preserving purity and terroir expression. Expect a wine driven by crystalline notes of white peach, citrus blossom and a signature flinty minerality, mingled with subtle herbal and floral hints, offering an alluring balance of freshness and precision.

The Mosel region is one of Germany’s oldest and most esteemed wine-growing areas, famed globally for its Riesling. With meandering rivers and steep, south-facing slopes, the vineyards benefit from optimal sunlight exposure, vital in this cool continental climate. The soils, primarily composed of weathered blue and red slate, endow the wines with pronounced minerality and finesse. The Mosel's long viticultural history, dating back to Roman times, has honed a tradition of crafting wines that are both delicate and full of character, with Egon Müller standing at the pinnacle of regional expertise.

For food pairings, the Wiltinger braune Kupp’s vibrant acidity and minerality make it ideal for classic German dishes such as sauerbraten or roasted pork with apple and caraway, as well as river fish like trout with a light lemon butter sauce. Its precision also works beautifully with Asian cuisine, especially sashimi or delicately spiced Thai salads, highlighting the wine’s freshness while cleansing the palate.

To fully appreciate its nuances, serve the 2019 Egon Müller Wiltinger braune Kupp chilled but not ice-cold, ideally at 8-10°C. This will allow the wine to express its full aromatic complexity and elegant structure. Consider decanting for a short while if consumed before full maturity, as even young Rieslings from this site can benefit from gentle aeration.