Schloss Reinhartshausen - Erbacher Markobrunn Riesling Beerenauslese Cabinet 1915 - 0,7 l

A remarkable survivor from the Rheingau, the 1915 Schloss Reinhartshausen Erbacher Markobrunn Riesling Beerenauslese Cabinet represents a rare piece of German wine history. Produced during the difficult years of the First World War, this 0.7-litre bottle comes from one of Erbach’s finest vineyard sites and reflects the exceptional concentration traditionally associated with Beerenauslese wines. Its age, rarity and historical context make it a compelling choice for collectors and lovers of mature Riesling.

Tasting Notes
The wine is described as golden in colour, with an intense bouquet of ripe peach, apricot and honey. On the palate, it is rich and sweet, supported by a balancing thread of acidity and complemented by a subtle mineral character. The finish is long, elegant and persistent. At more than a century old, its condition and expression will depend greatly on storage history, fill level and cork integrity; it is best regarded as a historic collectible rather than a conventional young-drinking wine.

Production
The wine originates from the steep slopes of the Erbacher Markobrunn vineyard in the Rheingau, a site well suited to producing concentrated Riesling. Beerenauslese is made from individually selected, naturally overripe grapes, often affected by noble rot, and is among Germany’s highest traditional quality categories. The supplied information confirms hand-selected Riesling grapes, though specific details concerning the 1915 harvest, botrytis development, vinification and maturation are not available.

Food & Serving
If the bottle is in sound condition, serve it slightly chilled, around 10–12°C, to balance its sweetness and preserve its aromatic detail. Its honeyed fruit profile would traditionally suit foie gras, blue cheese, fruit-based desserts or a delicate apricot tart. Given its age, decanting should be approached cautiously: stand the bottle upright before opening and pour gently, using a fine filter only if sediment is present. For a fragile historic wine, careful opening and immediate tasting may be preferable to extended aeration.

Producer
Schloss Reinhartshausen is associated with the Rheingau, one of Germany’s most celebrated Riesling regions. This bottle’s significance rests particularly on its 1915 vintage, its Erbacher Markobrunn origin and its Beerenauslese classification—an exceptionally rare combination from a period when German wine production was affected by the First World War. Further details about the estate’s history and achievements are not available from the supplied information.

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