The 2023 Joh. Jos. Prüm Zeltinger Sonnenuhr Riesling Auslese is a profoundly elegant and beautifully concentrated Mosel Riesling from one of Germany’s most revered producers, sourced from the steep slate slopes of the famed Zeltinger Sonnenuhr vineyard. Slightly more structured and mineral in profile than the softer Wehlener wines, this Auslese captures the extraordinary balance that defines great Prüm Riesling — intensely aromatic, delicately sweet and remarkably weightless. The nose reveals ripe apricot, white peach and candied citrus layered alongside jasmine, honey, wet slate and delicate smoky mineral notes. There’s an incredible sense of purity and lifted floral freshness that gives the wine both complexity and finesse.
On the palate, it is luscious yet incredibly precise, with vibrant natural acidity carrying the wine effortlessly across the palate. Layers of ripe stone fruit, citrus peel and tropical fruits are complemented by saline slate minerality, subtle honeyed richness and beautifully integrated sweetness. Silky and luminous in texture, the finish is long, crystalline and exceptionally fresh, offering both immediate appeal and extraordinary ageing potential.
Ben’s Recommendation:
The 2023 Joh. Jos. Prüm Zeltinger Sonnenuhr Riesling Auslese is a magnificent Mosel Riesling — layered, mineral and perfectly balanced between sweetness, acidity and finesse. Exceptional with spicy Asian cuisine, foie gras, blue cheese, fruit-based desserts or simply enjoyed slowly on its own. Drink now or cellar gracefully through 2055+.
