Dr Loosen 2020 Wehlener Sonnenuhr Riesling GG Alte Reben Wine Review

Description written by Chat GPT Family-owned for more than 200 years, Dr. Loosen has been guided by Ernst Loosen since 1988, whose stewardship has elevated the estate to the forefront of Germany's finest Riesling producers. The Wehlener Sonnenuhr vineyard takes its name from the historic sundial built into the steep hillside in 1842 by Ernst Loosen's great-great uncle, Jodocus Prüm. The sundial, a gift to the village of Wehlen, serves as both a landmark and a testament to the vineyard's ideal southern exposure. Produced from old vines rooted in the blue slate soils of the middle slopes overlooking the Mosel, this Grosses Gewächs—the estate's highest classification for dry Riesling from a Grosse Lage vineyard—represents the pinnacle of Dr. Loosen's winemaking. The 2020 Wehlener Sonnenuhr GG opens with an intensely aromatic bouquet of white peach, ripe citrus, green apple, and delicate white flowers, underscored by smoky flint and wet slate. The palate is concentrated yet remarkably poised, combining vibrant acidity with impressive depth and precision. Layers of orchard fruit, lemon zest, and crushed stone unfold seamlessly, while the old vines contribute notable texture and complexity. The finish is long, saline, and laser-focused, leaving a lingering impression of mineral purity. Still youthful, this is a beautifully structured Riesling with exceptional balance and energy that will continue to evolve gracefully over the next 15 to 20 years. A benchmark Mosel Grosses Gewächs, it captures the elegance, finesse, and unmistakable terroir of Wehlener Sonnenuhr. My additional notes Grosses Gewachs or GG represents the highest quality standards of German wines. It is equivalent to Grand Cru in Burgundy. GG wines can only made with Pinot Noir or Riesling grapes. If the wine is made with Riesling grapes, it must be a dry style wine. The wine spend 12 months on lees to add complexity. For more information about this winery, please see their website at https://drloosen.de/en