Dr Loosen Erdener Treppchen Riesling Auslese 2018

This comes from a vineyard named for the ancient stone steps (Treppchen) built into the steep red-clay slopes. Loosen’s old vines, rooted in these warm, sun-drenched soils, produced a concentrated Auslese in 2018, with a meaty stone-fruit ripeness. It’s fresh, dark in tone, the fruit suffused with a button-mushroom earthiness and spice notes that make it feel rich rather than sweet. The acidity is fantastic, strong enough to suggest pairing this with a savory dish, like roast game.