Forster Musenhang Riesling 2017, Georg Mosbacher

Forster Musenhang Riesling 2017, Georg Mosbacher

Date Tasted: 4/2020

This wine comes from the heart of the Pfalz region from one special land-plot that is the only one with volcanic soil in the area, according to Mr Georg Mosbacher. A producer with consistency in his wines, a detail-driven mindset and excellent hospitality even though I visited him during the harvest, which is the most crucial period of the year for a winemaker.

Appearance: Bright lemon-green colour.

Nose: Typical Riesling aromas like lemon, white blossoms, grass and minerality in the background, stylish and expressive. 

Palate: Suspicion for a slight sweetness that perfectly balances the sharp acidity. Melon, pear, wet gravel and developing petrol notes. Refreshing and harmonic. 

Drink or Hold: It is enjoyable now but can be rewarding in a few years. 

Food Pairing: It paired just excellent with traditional Greek fasolada (boiled beans with tomato sauce).

Points: 88

Name: Forster Musenhang Riesling 

Producer: Georg Mosbacher

Variety: Riesling

Vintage: 2017

Region: PDO Pfalz, Forst, Germany 

Alcohol: 12,5%

Retail Price: 15€

Serving temperature: 10-12 C°

Drink it until 2035.

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