Dr Loosen Erdener Pralat Riesling Auslese 2007 375ml

This is my favourite German Riesling. I've collected at least a six pack since I visited in 2008. The steep (60 degree slope) Loosen Erdener Pralat vineyard is a suntrap and the bright red soils look artificially colour as you witness the vines cling desperately to sturdy stakes planted into the perilous slope. The wine tastes of that place. Rugged, drenched in sunshine and fascinating. You want to know more but it is intimidating. It is full on but there is something more beneath the initial exterior. This is my patch of Riesling heaven. Great with soft cheese, even something mildly stinky or slightly mouldy. With a bit of age it actually works well with poultry or game. Do try to cellar this wine. Its lovely but unlocks a lot of charms after 10 or more years.