Schloss Reinhartshausen - Hattenheimer Wisselbrunn Riesling Auslese Cabinet 1949 'ex Chateau 2018' - 0,7 l

A remarkable piece of Rheingau history, this Schloss Reinhartshausen Hattenheimer Wisselbrunn Riesling Auslese Cabinet dates from the exceptional 1949 vintage. Stored at Schloss Reinhartshausen before changing hands in 2018, it offers a rare opportunity to experience a mature German Riesling with original labels that reflect its age and provenance.

Tasting Notes
The wine shows a deep golden colour, expressive of its considerable age. Its mature bouquet is marked by ripe peach, apricot and honey, with the nuanced, developed character expected from a well-preserved Riesling of this era. On the palate, it is full-bodied and sweet, balanced by refreshing acidity that keeps the finish lively rather than heavy. At more than seven decades old, this is a fully mature wine intended primarily for appreciation now. Its condition and remaining potential will depend on how it has been stored, but the bottle’s original provenance and 2018 ex-Château release make it a particularly compelling addition for collectors and lovers of historic wines.

Production
Sourced from the Hattenheimer Wisselbrunn vineyard in the Rheingau, this Riesling was harvested in 1949 and classified as an Auslese, traditionally indicating a selection of particularly ripe grapes. Detailed information about the original harvest and vinification is not available, but the wine was matured and stored at Schloss Reinhartshausen before entering its current provenance in 2018.

Food & Serving
Serve lightly chilled at 10–12°C, allowing a few minutes in the glass for its mature aromas to unfold. It is well suited to fruit-based desserts, crème brûlée, pâtisserie and blue or mature cheeses, while its sweetness and acidity also make it enjoyable as a contemplative aperitif. Decanting is not essential; for such an old wine, gentle handling and careful pouring are preferable, although a short decant may be considered if sediment is present.

Producer
Schloss Reinhartshausen is an historic wine estate in the Rheingau, one of Germany’s most renowned Riesling regions. The estate’s connection to this 1949 Hattenheimer Wisselbrunn bottling, together with its long storage at the property, gives the wine considerable historical and collector appeal. The original labels remain intact, preserving an important part of the bottle’s story and provenance.

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