Wines Mosel Meurer - 2022

This bottle from Weingut Meurer, vintage 2022, hails from the iconic Mosel region of Germany and presents itself as a dry white wine. Mosel is internationally renowned for producing some of the world’s most elegant and distinctive white wines, often (though not exclusively) made from the Riesling grape variety. While this wine is indicated as 100% Riesling, it is always wise to allow for the possibility of blending or variations, especially as documentation can sometimes be incomplete.

Mosel’s breathtaking vineyards cling to terraced slopes above the sinuous Mosel river, benefiting from steep exposures that capture every possible ray of the northern sun. The soils here are predominantly slate, imparting a mineral character and finesse to the wines, while the cool climate allows for vibrant acidity and a wonderful depth of aroma. This region has been producing wine since Roman times and has perfected a style that is both refined and highly expressive, best known for its fascinating interplay of delicacy and intensity.

A dry Mosel white of this sort typically shows vivid aromas of green apple, citrus zest, white peach, and often a lovely floral note, complemented by a signature slate-driven minerality. It is a wine of freshness and clarity, with a lithe body and a lively, invigorating finish. Such wines are extremely versatile at the table. Pairing suggestions include freshly shucked oysters, ceviche, or delicate sushi, all of which highlight the wine’s brisk acidity and pure fruit. Classic German options such as trout with herbs, white asparagus, or a summer salad with vinaigrette are also wonderful, as is perhaps a tarte flambée from Alsace, echoing regional links.

For the best tasting experience, serve this wine chilled but not icy, at around 8-10°C. A glass with a narrow bowl will help to concentrate its delicate aromatics. Enjoy now for its youthful vibrancy, or consider cellaring a few bottles – Mosel dry whites can often evolve beautifully over several years.