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Egon Müller Scharzhofberger Riesling Auslese 2024 is a stunning Riesling masterpiece, almost beyond words!
2024 was a year of extremes on the Saar. The devastating late frosts in mid-April and the subsequent warm and humid weather drastically decimated the harvest. The few remaining berries were then quite stable, and it took a high degree of risk to wait for the development of botrytis, so prized for sweet wines. But who, if not Riesling Pope Egon Müller, would be willing to accept further yield losses despite an already tiny harvest, just to extract the maximum potential from a vintage? So he gambled on the chance of finding noble rot berries at the end of the harvest. And his courage was rewarded. After rain in mid-October ensured widespread botrytis infection, the weather turned at the end of October, allowing the affected berries to dry out. The experienced picking team meticulously and calmly selected the perfectly shriveled berries in the vineyard with the utmost precision. Yield per picker: just one bucket of dried berries a day! However, this immense effort paid off, as the golden-yellow juice, dripping thickly from the basket press, already promised greatness. A quick test with the must hydrometer then confirmed it: off the charts – Trockenbeerenauslese quality! The must was then spontaneously fermented in traditional fuder barrels in the cool cellar at Scharzhof. The result is a wine that initially leaves you speechless and provides the best proof of why these wines have enjoyed legendary status for more than 100 years.
Initially, the wine presents itself as reserved and introverted. But with a little time and air, an impressive aromatic spectacle unfolds: A deep, fascinatingly complex fragrance opens the experience – exotic, yet precise and clearly defined. Ripe mango, papaya, baby pineapple, kumquat, and a hint of passion fruit combine with notes of raisins, dates, and figs. Beneath lies a refreshing minty-herbaceous interplay of aromas, supported by a cool, smoky slate note that holds everything together like a deep bass. On the palate, the wine ignites a fireworks display of the senses: incredibly vibrant, electrifying, and of impressive precision. The texture is silky and noble, everything appears seamless – harmonious, refined, and with noble balance. The excellent acidity masterfully balances the generous sweetness, literally pushing it aside and revealing a piquant, salty, slaty minerality that gives the wine depth and length. The finish seems endless – an echo of fruit, stone, and light. This Auslese is nothing less than an essence of Scharzhofberg: clear, yellow-fruited, structured, and with majestic tranquility. A great wine of century-old stature that will outlive us – and can stand alongside the greatest wines this legendary winery has produced.
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Ingredients: Grapes, Preservative: Sulfites, bottled under protective atmosphere |
| 100ml contain on average |
| Energy: 288 kj / 69 kcal |
| Carbohydrates: 1.5 g |
| of which sugars: 0.6 g |
| Contains minor amounts of fat, saturated fatty acids, protein, and salt |
über: Egon Müller Scharzhofberger Riesling Auslese 2024
Scharzhof
54459 Wiltingen
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General
We offer our Saar wines at extremely advantageous conditions. With us, you pay exactly the same price for these wines as you would directly at the winery.
Our selection of wines is primarily based on the fact that they meet our own high standards and that we would gladly choose them for ourselves. With over 50 years of experience with Saar wines, we know the wines of our region like the back of our hand. Over time, our partner wineries have established themselves as extremely reliable suppliers of top-quality wines in our range. However, we are always striving to expand our range with new discoveries that inspire us. Whether it's long-standing partnerships or exciting new discoveries - every vintage brings new opportunities and allows us to optimize our range for you.
Yes, of course – we are available by phone or email at any time to answer your questions. Don't hesitate to contact us. We look forward to sharing our knowledge of Saar wines with you! Email us at info@vinothek-der-saar.de or call us at: +49 6581 988613.
If you cannot find your desired wine using our search function or categories, please do not hesitate to contact us. We are happy to assist you personally and can certainly help you. You can send us a message directly by email to info@vinothek-der-saar.de or call us at +49 6581 988613 .
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Shipment
Shipping within Germany costs a flat rate of €6.90 . Shipping is free for orders over €120.
The shipping costs to other European countries are different:
Luxembourg
13.90 € (per package)
Belgium, Netherlands
14.90 € (per package)
Austria, Slovenia
17.90 € (per package)
Italy
19.90 € (per package)
France, Spain
23.90 € (per package)
Answer
By default we ship our wines with UPS. If you would like delivery by another shipping service provider or by express shipping, please ask us and we will inform you about the additional fees incurred.
We deliver to the following countries:
Germany, Belgium, Denmark, France, Luxembourg, Netherlands, Austria, Czech Republic, Italy, Spain.
Shipping to other countries is possible upon request.
By placing orders in multiples of 3 (e.g., 1, 3, 6, 9, 12, 15, 18 bottles), you help us to use packaging materials and transport capacities efficiently. Our largest shipping carton holds 18 bottles. However, it is not necessary to strictly adhere to these packaging sizes. You can order any number of bottles.
You can order from us even with just a single bottle, and there is no minimum order value required.
It doesn't matter whether it's a business trip, vacation or other appointments - something can quickly come up and you can't take the desired order. If you still want to secure the wines that are particularly in demand, complete your order and leave us a note in the comment field from which date you can receive the wines. Then we will schedule the shipment accordingly.
It is important to us that our Saar wines reach you in the best possible condition. Therefore, in midsummer and winter, we always keep an eye on the temperatures before shipping and only ship the wines when the temperatures allow it again without danger. If you still want immediate shipping (at your own risk), please write us a short note in the comment field.
payment
In addition to prepayment, PayPal and credit card (VISA / Mastercard), you can also choose to pay by invoice with Klarna. Of course, regular customers can also order on account with us.
We are happy to offer our business customers abroad the option of ordering as a "Tax-free intra-community supply".
Delivery according to § 4 in conjunction with § 6a UStG. To order, simply place your order for the desired wines in the shop as usual (you will see the regular gross prices) and enter your VAT ID in the shopping cart under "Order Note" . Complete the purchase process and select "Invoice" as the payment method . After successful verification of your VAT ID, we will issue your invoice retrospectively without German VAT and send it to you along with the proof of delivery. The proof of delivery documents the receipt of the goods abroad and must be returned signed to our email address info@vinothek-der-saar.de.
Return and Refund
If you notice a corky taste, please keep the cork and contact us. After making arrangements, you can then send the cork to our address in Saarburg. We will investigate the case, inform the winery, and then replace the affected bottle for you.
Should the wine arrive damaged upon delivery, please contact us immediately. We will clarify the damage with UPS and either arrange a replacement delivery for you or issue you a credit.
If the UPS tracking stops and your delivery is lost, we will initiate an investigation to resolve the problem. Please do not hesitate to contact us in this case.
If your delivery contains the wrong wine, please contact us directly. Please let us know which wine is missing and which one was delivered instead. We will then arrange for the correct wine to be sent and discuss with you whether you would like to return the incorrect bottle or keep it, for which we will gladly make you an offer.
The clear crystals in your wine are tartrate crystals. These crystals form through the crystallization of potassium bitartrate, a natural component of wine that can form during the aging process. Tartrate crystals are completely harmless and do not affect the taste or quality of the wine. You can simply let the crystals settle and pour carefully, or remove them by decanting.
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