Nik Weis – Bockstein Sptlese Riesling “Grosse Lage” Black Label 8% 2018 75cl

Nik Weis – Bockstein “Grosse Lage” Riesling Sptlese 8% 75cl

Winery: Nik Weis

Grape Variety: Riesling

Region: Mosel

Alcohol Content: 8%

Food Pairing: It pairs perfectly with spicy Asian dishes (like Thai green curry or Szechuan shrimp), honey-glazed duck, pork with apple or apricot sauce, soft cheeses like blue or goat cheese, and fruit-forward desserts such as peach tart or lemon cheesecake.

Descriptions: The Nik Weis Bockstein “Grosse Lage” Riesling Sptlese (8% 75cl) is a premium, late-harvest Riesling from the esteemed Ockfener Bockstein vineyard, classified as a VDP.Grosse Lage, indicating one of Germany’s top terroirs. Crafted from meticulously selected grapes harvested at optimal ripeness, this wine displays a captivating balance of ripe orchard fruits like peach, apricot, and yellow apple, with floral undertones, hints of citrus zest, and the signature slate minerality typical of the Saar region.

On the palate, it islush yet precise, offering juicy sweetness balanced by vibrant, mouthwatering acidity, leading to a long, elegant finish.

The vinification involveshand-harvesting from steep slopes, gentle pressing, and a spontaneous fermentation using native yeasts in stainless steel tanks, followed by a period of aging on fine lees to enhance depth and texture. This Sptlese is a benchmark example of how Saar Riesling can express both richness and finesse with aging potential and food versatility.