2023 Fritz Haag Brauneberger "J" Riesling 1G (Dry)

93 Points James Suckling
In stock
A superb dry Riesling from a top producer in Germany's Mosel Valley. This is sourced almost entirely from two top level GG vineyards, Juffer and Juffer Sonnenuhr, so as a blend it is classified as 1G (Premier cru), with a price reduction, rather than GG (Grand Cru). Properly dry but beautifully defined and textured, this is a marvelous and masterful Riesling for the price.
$44.99 in mixed 6+ or $49.99 per bottle

Grape

Riesling

Its Origins

The Haag family has been in wine for just a little while - since 1605, to be precise - and over that time they have been instrumental in the development of Brauneberger, an area that has been recognised as one of the Mosel’s best since the sixth century. At the helm today is the youthful Oliver Haag, whose father Wilhelm (son of Fritz) became recognised as a Riesling world leader, awarded the deceptively simple title of Winegrower of the Year in 1994. Oliver himself has at his back a full oenological training as well as extensive experience with a number of leading Riesling producers. With results so superb they effectively define a modern classic style of Mosel Riesling, it seems clear that the Haag family’s future in wine may be as sure as it’s past.

What The Critics Say

93/100 JamesSuckling.com, Stuart Piggot

“This replaces the dry Brauneberger Riesling and is a cuvee of 80% Juffer, plus small quantities from the steep Juffer-Sonnenuhr and Klostergarten sites. A wealth of wildflower and jasmine aromas and a dancing, light-footed touch make this barely mediumbodied dry riesling a delight. Plenty of peachy fruit and wet stone minerality right through the long and very clean, spicy finish. Drink or hold. Screw cap.”

91/100 Vinous, Anne Krebiehl MW

"The 2023 Riesling Brauneberg J, harvested in the Juer, Juer Sonnenuhr and Brauneberger Klostergarten, oers a yeasty reduction with a lovely edge of wet walnut skin. The palate almost tingles with freshness, presenting a super-slender, beautifully zesty prole with an enticing element of pithiness. Despite its svelte nature, the wine's depth and resonance are undeniable, along with that slate savor." Drink 2024 - 2044

17/20 Jancis Robinson MW

"Aus Ersten Lagen. Blend of fruit from Juffer and Juffer Sonnenuhr. 85% from Juffer (I think!). Cask sample. Attractive floral undertow emerges. There is real character here! Bone dry but not austere." Drink 2024 - 2030

Variety Riesling
Region Mosel
Closure Cap
Volume 750ml
Maturity 2024 - 2044

This Wine Goes Well With

with CANAPES
with FISH
with PORK

Taste

2

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