2009 04 24 - Robert Weil Reislings

Despite being one of the youngest wineries in the Rheingau region, Weingut Robert Weil has been named one of the world’s 175 leading wine estates in Robert M. Parker’s book, The World’s Greatest Wine Estates (2005). The winery produces almost exclusively Riesling wines - the grapes harvested by hand, with pickers going through the vineyards up to 17 times to ensure that only the best grapes get selected. Elegant yet complex in character, Robert Weil’s quality Riesling have garnered multiple awards and been consistently awarded 90 points and more by Wine Spectator.

ROBERT WEIL

Riesling Kabinett 2006
Tasting:
Aromas of apricot and ripe exotic fruits. Very luscious Riesling with a wonderful match of acidity and natural residual sugar. A delicious food pairing with spicy dishes.
Blend: Wine Spectator 89 points
Rating: 100% Riesling



Riesling Spätlese 2006
Tasting:
Elegant and ripe, compact aromas of cassis, peach and mango. Silky rich core. Anchored with tangy tart acidity. A perfect food pairing with spicy dishes.
Blend: 100% Riesling




Riesling Spätlese “K.G” 2002
Tasting:
A seductive wine, silky in texture and rich in flavor with creamy palate of apricot, honey and lemon notes. There is an underlying vibrant structure and a lingering finish.
Blend: 100% Riesling
Rating: Wine spectator 94 points



The character of Weingut Robert Weil Riesling wines is marked by the mineral-rich slate soils. They are elegant, complex wines with a pronounced fruitiness and many nuances in flavour and bouquet. Vinified in dry, off-dry or sweeter styles, they are excellent partners with food or delightful on their own. The wines embody a perfect interplay of fine, but firm, acidity with natural sweetness and extract.