The 2022 Dr. H. Thanisch Bernkasteler Doctor Riesling Spätlese is a magnificent expression of one of the world's most celebrated Riesling vineyards. Sourced from the legendary Bernkasteler Doctor, a tiny, steep slate vineyard overlooking the Mosel River, the wine showcases the remarkable precision, elegance and longevity for which this historic site is renowned. The Thanisch family has been crafting Riesling from these prized slopes for generations, producing wines that perfectly capture the unique character of the Doctor vineyard.
The nose reveals ripe white peach, apricot and citrus blossom alongside notes of honey, slate and delicate floral perfume. The palate is beautifully poised, balancing generous fruit sweetness with vibrant acidity and a striking mineral backbone. Layers of stone fruit, lime zest and wet slate unfold across a silky texture, leading to a long, precise and effortlessly elegant finish. The 2022 vintage combines concentration and freshness, making it both captivating in its youth and highly age-worthy.
Ben’s Recommendation:
A superb Mosel Spätlese that showcases the extraordinary pedigree of the Bernkasteler Doctor vineyard. Elegant, complex and incredibly versatile, it pairs beautifully with spicy Asian cuisine, roast pork, seafood, soft cheeses and fruit-based desserts. Enjoy now for its vibrant fruit and energy, or cellar through 2045 and beyond as it develops greater honeyed complexity, texture and mineral depth.
