The 2023 Joh. Jos. Prüm Wehlener Sonnenuhr Riesling Spätlese is a breathtaking expression of Mosel Riesling from one of Germany’s most iconic producers, sourced from the legendary blue slate slopes of the Wehlener Sonnenuhr vineyard. Ethereal yet intensely detailed, the wine perfectly captures the hallmark Prüm style - featherlight in texture, delicately sweet and driven by crystalline acidity and profound minerality. The nose opens with white peach, apricot and candied citrus layered alongside jasmine, lime blossom, wet slate and delicate smoky mineral notes. There’s an extraordinary sense of lift and finesse, with saline slate complexity adding remarkable depth and elegance.
On the palate, it is luminous and beautifully poised, balancing gentle sweetness with vibrant natural acidity and finely etched mineral tension. Layers of ripe peach, citrus peel and orchard fruits glide effortlessly across the palate alongside subtle honeyed notes and crystalline slate minerality. Weightless yet concentrated in style, the wine finishes long, pure and endlessly fresh with incredible precision and ageing potential.
Ben’s Recommendation:
The 2023 Joh. Jos. Prüm Wehlener Sonnenuhr Riesling Spätlese is a stunning example of classic Mosel Riesling - elegant, mineral and perfectly balanced between sweetness and acidity. Exceptional with spicy Asian cuisine, pork dishes, lobster, blue cheese or simply enjoyed slowly on its own. Drink now for its youthful vibrancy or cellar effortlessly through 2050+.
