Weingut Dr Loosen
Dr Loosen Wehlener Sonnenuhr Riesling Spätlese
2005
Dr Loosen's Wehlener Sonnenuhr Riesling Spätlese represents one of the Mosel's most distinguished single-vineyard expressions, combining the estate's biodynamic viticulture with the legendary Sonnenuhr vineyard's blue slate terroir to create a benchmark noble sweet Riesling.
Country
Germany
Region
Mosel
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Producer
Weingut Dr Loosenis a wine producer in the Mosel region of Germany, specialising in Riesling wines from one of the world's most celebrated cool-climate wine regions. The estate combines traditional Mosel winemaking with a focus on terroir expression, producing wines known for their precision, minerality and balance. Committed to quality and craftsmanship, the producer reflects the rich heritage of Mosel viticulture.
Quick Facts
- Country: Germany
- Region: Mosel
- Appellation: Mosel
- Classification: N/A
- Style: Cool-climate Riesling
- Grape Varieties: Riesling
- Estate Size: 22 hectare
- Founded: 1808
- Owner: Ernst "Ernie" Loosen
- Primary Wine: Mosel Riesling
- Ageing Potential: 10-20+ years for premium expressions
- Consumer Profile: Wine enthusiasts, Riesling collectors, fine dining
History and Heritage
The Mosel's distinctive slate soils, combined with steep vineyard slopes and the moderating influence of the Mosel River, create ideal conditions for producing elegant, mineral-driven Riesling. Careful vineyard management and gentle winemaking techniques allow the estate to craft wines that showcase the purity of fruit, crisp acidity and remarkable ageing potential characteristic of the region. The focus remains on expressing the unique terroir of each parcel through minimal intervention and respectful viticulture.
Vineyards and Terroir
The estate's portfolio spans a range of Riesling styles, from refreshing dry expressions to refined off-dry and noble sweet wines, each reflecting the diverse microclimates and soil compositions found across Mosel's finest vineyard sites. These wines consistently demonstrate the balance, finesse and aromatic complexity that have made Mosel Riesling respected among collectors and enthusiasts worldwide. The producer's commitment to quality and terroir expression has earned recognition both domestically and internationally.
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Country
Region
Mosel
Mosel is widely regarded as Germany's most prestigious wine region and the birthplace of the world's finest Riesling. Located in western Germany along the winding valleys of the Mosel, Saar and Ruwer rivers, the region combines dramatic vineyard landscapes with centuries of winemaking heritage, producing wines of extraordinary purity, mineral complexity and ageing potential. From legendary estates to historic single-vineyard sites, Mosel represents the pinnacle of cool-climate Riesling production.
The region's steep south-facing slopes are composed predominantly of slate, creating one of the most distinctive terroirs in the wine world. Blue and grey Devonian slate retains daytime heat, radiating warmth to ripening grapes during cool autumn nights, while the river valleys moderate temperatures and extend the growing season. This unique combination allows Riesling to develop exceptional aromatic intensity, vibrant acidity and remarkable concentration. Historic vineyard sites including Wehlener Sonnenuhr, Bernkasteler Doctor and Scharzhofberg have been cultivated for more than a thousand years, producing wines that consistently rank among the most collectible in the world.
Mosel is home to renowned producers including Egon Müller, whose Scharzhofberger wines are among the most sought-after Rieslings ever produced, alongside J.J. Prüm, Dr. Loosen, Fritz Haag, Markus Molitor and Schloss Lieser. The region's classification system includes Grosse Lage sites, which represent the highest tier of vineyard quality under the VDP system, and the prestigious Grosses Gewächs designation for dry wines of exceptional distinction. Together these estates and classifications define excellence in German Riesling.
Whether exploring legendary vineyard sites, historic vintages or benchmark estates, Mosel offers an unrivalled journey through one of the world's greatest wine regions. Discover Mosel wines, compare prices from trusted merchants across Europe and find the best offers with Sipfind.
Grapes
History and Style
Dr Loosen Wehlener Sonnenuhr Riesling Spätlese is an iconic cuvée from Weingut Dr Loosen, crafted from one of Germany's most celebrated vineyard sites in the heart of the Mosel Valley. The Wehlener Sonnenuhr vineyard, named after its historic sundial, produces Riesling of extraordinary precision and longevity, with this Spätlese classification representing the perfect balance between natural sweetness and refreshing acidity.
Quick Facts
- Producer: Weingut Dr Loosen
- Classification: Spätlese (Prädikatswein)
- Region: Mosel
- Appellation: Mosel
- Country: Germany
- Style: Noble sweet Riesling with off-dry to medium-sweet profile
- Grape Composition: 100% Riesling
- Ageing Potential: 15-30+ years from vintage
- Alcohol (ABV): 7.5-8.5% (typical for Mosel Spätlese)
- Tasting Profile: White peach, apricot, citrus blossom, slate minerality, honey, lime zest
- Food Pairing: Spicy Asian cuisine, foie gras, blue cheese, fruit-based desserts, poultry
- Serving Temperature: 8-10°C
- Bottle Status: Iconic Cuvée
- Consumer Profile: Riesling enthusiasts, fine-wine collectors, German wine specialists, fine dining
Vineyard, Terroir and Style
Weingut Dr Loosen, led by Ernst Loosen since 1988, has championed biodynamic viticulture and minimal intervention winemaking to express the pure character of Mosel's ancient slate soils. The Wehlener Sonnenuhr vineyard's steep, southwest-facing slopes and deep blue Devon slate create an exceptional microclimate that allows late-harvested grapes to develop complex aromatic intensity while retaining vibrant acidity. This terroir combination produces Riesling of remarkable elegance and ageability, positioning the estate among Germany's most respected producers.
History and Reputation
The Spätlese showcases classic Mosel Riesling character with aromatic layers of white peach, apricot, citrus blossom and wet slate minerality. The palate delivers concentrated stone fruit sweetness balanced by razor-sharp acidity and a distinctive mineral spine that extends through a persistent, crystalline finish. This elegant structure provides excellent ageing potential, allowing the wine to develop honeyed complexity over decades in the cellar.
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