Parker about Kiedrich Gräfenberg Riesling Ice Wine (0.375l) 2001
Spicy pears and apples can be found in the vibrant nose of the 2001 Riesling Eiswein Kiedrich Grafenberg. This awe-inspiring wine conquers the palate with jellied apricots, cherries, white peaches, chamomile, and spices. Prodigiously rich, it is also impeccably balanced and reveals a seemingly never ending finish. Sultry, thickly-textured, yet admirably focused, it has all the characteristics of perfection. Those fortunate enough to afford it should lay it away for many years if the intention is to taste it at full maturity.
Description
Land | Germany |
Region | Rheingau |
Rebsorten | Riesling |
Alkoholgehalt | 7.0% |
Füllstand | Into Neck |
Verschlußart | cork stopper |
Kennzeichnung | Contains sulphites |
Farbe | White |
Inverkehrbringer | Robert Weil Winery, Mühlberg 5, 65399 Kiedrich |
Charakter | Sweet |
Servierempfehlung | Do not decant 8-10°C |
Trinkempfehlung | 2012 - 2070 |
Parker Punkte | 99 |
Jahrgang | 2001 |
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Kiedrich Gräfenberg Riesling Ice Wine (0.375l) 2001

Robert Weil's Kiedrich Gräfenberg Riesling Eiswein 2001 represents the quintessence of German viticulture and comes from one of the most prestigious vineyards in the Rheingau. This noble Eiswein is made from grapes harvested during frost, maximizing their natural sweetness and concentration.
In the glass, the wine presents itself with a captivating, deep golden color, immediately reflecting its maturity and complexity. Upon first pour, it exudes an enticing bouquet with intense aromas of exotic fruits such as ripe mango, juicy pineapple, and sun-ripened apricot. These fruit notes are elegantly complemented by subtle hints of aromatic honey, candied citrus fruits, and a fine mineral presence that reflects the Gräfenberg terroir.
On the palate, the Kiedrich Gräfenberg Riesling Eiswein 2001 unfolds an opulent texture, impressing with a perfect balance of sweet fruitiness and lively acidity. The rich aromas of tropical fruits continue, enriched by complex botrytis-induced notes of ripe jam and delicate dried fruits. The acidity lends the wine structure and precision, while maintaining a remarkable freshness that lingers on the long and harmonious finish.
The year 2001 was considered particularly favorable for ice wine production in Germany, as the climatic conditions during the late harvest were perfect for harvesting grapes with an optimal balance between sugar and acidity. This enabled the production of an ice wine of exceptional quality and ageability.
The 2001 Kiedrich Gräfenberg Riesling Eiswein has considerable potential for long-term aging. Thanks to its high concentration of sugar and acidity, it can be stored for many decades, continually gaining in complexity and richness of nuance.
Robert Weil
Information about the winemaker:
The winery was founded in 1875 and has been run by the Weil family for generations. Robert Weil is known far beyond Germany's borders for his dedication to producing top-quality Riesling wines that reflect the unique terroir of the Rheingau region. The winery's vineyards stretch along the steep slopes along the Rhine, where the Riesling grape thrives particularly well in the region's slate and quartzite soils.
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