The Joh. Jos. Prüm Bernkasteler Badstube Riesling Spätlese 2024 is a refined, naturally sweet Riesling from the distinguished Bernkasteler Badstube vineyard in Germany’s Mosel region. Produced by one of the region’s most celebrated family estates, it displays the purity, delicacy and mineral definition that have long distinguished the wines of Joh. Jos. Prüm. The Badstube vineyard borders Graacher Himmelreich and is positioned on slopes facing south-southwest and southwest. With gradients reaching approximately 65 percent, the vineyard is less steep than some neighbouring Mosel sites and receives a comparatively moderate amount of sunlight. These conditions contribute to wines that are characteristically floral, finely structured and somewhat more delicate than expressions from Graach or Wehlen.
The grapes for the 2024 release were harvested by hand and underwent spontaneous fermentation in stainless steel tanks. Spring frost significantly reduced production during the vintage, concentrating the small quantity of Spätlese fruit that remained. The wine opens with an expansive aromatic spectrum encompassing garden herbs, chervil, lemon balm, green citrus peel and ripe mandarin orange. Its palate combines juicy fruit and natural sweetness with piquant acidity, elegant tartness and a refreshingly cool mineral character. Although lush and finely textured, the wine remains remarkably precise, racy and composed rather than overtly sweet. Its barely medium-bodied structure provides excellent flavour intensity without diminishing the graceful lightness associated with Mosel Riesling. The finish is brilliant and persistent, carrying citrus peel, delicate herbal tones and refreshing acidity. It offers considerable ageing potential but can also accompany lightly spiced Asian dishes, poultry, pork, seafood and aromatic cheeses.
The Joh. Jos. Prüm Bernkasteler Badstube Riesling Spätlese 2024 is a refined, naturally sweet Riesling from the distinguished Bernkasteler Badstube vineyard in Germany’s Mosel region. Produced by one of the region’s most celebrated family estates, it displays the purity, delicacy and mineral definition that have long distinguished the wines of Joh. Jos. Prüm. The Badstube vineyard borders Graacher Himmelreich and is positioned on slopes facing south-southwest and southwest. With gradients reaching approximately 65 percent, the vineyard is less steep than some neighbouring Mosel sites and receives a comparatively moderate amount of sunlight. These conditions contribute to wines that are characteristically floral, finely structured and somewhat more delicate than expressions from Graach or Wehlen.
The grapes for the 2024 release were harvested by hand and underwent spontaneous fermentation in stainless steel tanks. Spring frost significantly reduced production during the vintage, concentrating the small quantity of Spätlese fruit that remained. The wine opens with an expansive aromatic spectrum encompassing garden herbs, chervil, lemon balm, green citrus peel and ripe mandarin orange. Its palate combines juicy fruit and natural sweetness with piquant acidity, elegant tartness and a refreshingly cool mineral character. Although lush and finely textured, the wine remains remarkably precise, racy and composed rather than overtly sweet. Its barely medium-bodied structure provides excellent flavour intensity without diminishing the graceful lightness associated with Mosel Riesling. The finish is brilliant and persistent, carrying citrus peel, delicate herbal tones and refreshing acidity. It offers considerable ageing potential but can also accompany lightly spiced Asian dishes, poultry, pork, seafood and aromatic cheeses.