Luminous golden yellow with delicate greenish reflections, clear and brilliant
Nose
Opulent peach and apricot notes, complemented by candied citrus fruits, honey and fine mineralic slate tones from the Dorsheim vineyard sites
Palate
Silky-sweet with concentrated fruit, vibrant acidity provides perfect balance, long, mineralic-fruity finish with fine botrytis spice
Character
Refined and complex – a classic Nahe Riesling with noble sweetness that unites opulence and freshness in harmonious balance; excellent ageing potential
Pairing
Foie gras, blue cheese such as Roquefort, fresh fruit desserts or crème brûlée
Notes
Auslese quality from the Erste Lage Dorsheim, half bottle (375ml) ideal for savouring and tasting; low alcohol of 8.5% underscores the elegant lightness of this Prädikat wine
Tasting note
Character
An Auslese from the house of Diel is no mere designation – it is a promise. With just 8.5% alcohol and a pronounced residual sugar profile, this wine embodies that seemingly fragile yet fundamentally steely style that distinguishes the great German sweet wines from everything else. Tension rather than weight, depth rather than opulence – this is the creed of this category, and Diel commands it with sovereign craftsmanship.
Terroir & Origin
The Nahe is Germany’s geologically most diverse wine region – a quiet valley between Rheinhessen and Mosel that imparts an unmistakable mineral precision to its Rieslings. The Dorsheimer Goldloch and the adjoining vineyard sites, classified as Erste Lage in the VDP sense, rank among the historically most significant Riesling locations in the region. Volcanic rock, slate and sandstone lend the wines a crystalline structure that holds even pronounced sweetness in balance.
Grape Variety & Vinification
Riesling is the ideal grape variety for the Auslese designation: its natural high acidity serves as a counterweight to residual sugar and ensures the wine a longevity that can endure for decades. For an Auslese, selectively harvested, overripe or noble rot-affected berries are used – a labour-intensive process that continues in the cellar with the greatest care. The half-bottle (375 ml) is no compromise for quality wines, but often the ideal format: it matures more concentrated and allows for an enjoyable introduction without the pressure of a full bottle.
Food Pairing Suggestions
This wine needs no food – it is a course in itself. Those wishing to accompany it should choose foie gras terrine, Roquefort or a mature Munster. Even caramelised Tarte Tatin or a simple peach and almond cake enter into a wonderful dialogue with its sweetness and acidity. Most impressively, however, it unfolds as a meditation wine – in silence, with a good glass and time.
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