Friedrich-Wilhelm-Gymnasium - Trittenheimer Apotheke Riesling Trockenbeerenauslese 1976 - 0,7l

A remarkable piece of Mosel wine history, this 1976 Trittenheimer Apotheke Riesling Trockenbeerenauslese from Friedrich-Wilhelm-Gymnasium showcases the extraordinary longevity and concentration of Germany’s finest sweet wines. Produced from individually selected, noble-rot-affected grapes, it is a rare collector’s bottle with the depth and complexity expected from a mature Trockenbeerenauslese.

Tasting Notes
The wine displays a deep golden hue, potentially with amber highlights from its many years of bottle ageing. Its mature bouquet is rich and intense, combining honey, dried apricot and ripe peach with layers of candied fruit and evolved tertiary complexity. On the palate, it is full-bodied and concentrated, balancing its pronounced sweetness with the vibrant acidity characteristic of Riesling from the Mosel. The finish is long, powerful and lingering. At almost five decades old, this is a wine to enjoy now, although well-stored examples may continue to develop gracefully for years to come.

Production
The grapes come from Trittenheimer Apotheke, one of the Mosel’s most renowned vineyards, known for its steep slate soils and the elegant acidity they bring to Riesling. For a Trockenbeerenauslese, only individually selected, shrivelled grapes affected by noble rot (Botrytis cinerea) are used, resulting in exceptional sugar and flavour concentration. The wine was made with gentle extraction and extended maturation, followed by many years of bottle ageing that have shaped its remarkable depth and complexity.

Food & Serving
Serve well chilled at approximately 10–12°C, allowing the wine to open gradually in the glass. It is a superb match for fruit-based desserts, crème brûlée, apricot tart and blue or washed-rind cheeses, while its concentration also makes it compelling on its own. Decanting is not essential, but a careful decant can help separate any sediment and give the wine additional exposure to air; for a mature bottle, taste first and handle it gently.

Producer
Friedrich-Wilhelm-Gymnasium is a historic name in the Mosel wine tradition, associated with the wine-growing heritage of Trier and the region’s classic Riesling culture. Its wines reflect the Mosel’s ability to produce both elegant dry Rieslings and exceptionally long-lived noble-sweet wines. This 1976 Trittenheimer Apotheke Trockenbeerenauslese represents the estate’s connection to one of the region’s most distinguished vineyards and offers a rare glimpse into the character of a great historic vintage.

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