Schloss Eltz - Eltviller Sonnenberg Riesling Edelbeerenauslese 1964 - 0,7l

A rare and highly collectable German sweet wine, the Schloss Eltz Eltviller Sonnenberg Riesling Edelbeerenauslese 1964 reflects the exceptional quality associated with one of the Rheingau’s finest vineyard sites. Produced at Schloss Eltz, a historic estate owned by the Eltz family since the 12th century, this 0.7-litre bottle offers a remarkable taste of Rheingau winemaking from a bygone era.

Tasting Notes
The wine shows a deep golden colour, characteristic of a mature Riesling Beerenauslese. Its aromatic profile is richly developed, with notes of ripe and dried fruit complemented by honeyed nuances and delicate spice. On the palate, concentrated sweetness is balanced by refreshing acidity, giving the wine both poise and energy. A long, complex finish underlines its age and pedigree. As a wine from 1964, its condition and evolution will depend greatly on storage, fill level and closure. Properly preserved bottles may offer extraordinary mature complexity, while this is best approached as a rare historical wine intended for enjoyment rather than extended cellaring.

Production
The grapes come from the Eltviller Sonnenberg vineyard in the Rheingau, a renowned site offering highly favourable conditions for Riesling. Edelbeerenauslese is among Germany’s highest traditional Prädikat categories and is made from individually selected, fully ripe grapes, often affected by noble rot (Botrytis cinerea). This natural concentration results in an intensely flavoured, sweet wine with remarkable depth. Specific details regarding the 1964 harvest and vinification are not available.

Food & Serving
Enjoy well chilled at approximately 8–10°C. This mature sweet Riesling is a natural partner for fruit-based desserts, crème brûlée, pâtisserie and blue or mature cheeses, while its complexity also makes it compelling on its own or as an elegant aperitif. Decanting is not always necessary, but a careful, gentle decant may help separate any sediment; for a very old bottle, opening and tasting first is the safest approach.

Producer
Schloss Eltz is a historic German estate associated with the Eltz family since the 12th century and is renowned for its striking castle and long-standing connection with the Rheingau. The estate’s wines reflect the region’s distinguished Riesling tradition, with the Eltviller Sonnenberg recognised as one of its notable vineyard sites. A 1964 Edelbeerenauslese from this source is both a mature wine and a piece of German wine history.

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