Maximin Grünhaus Abtsberg Riesling Auslese is a benchmark expression of sweet Riesling from the Mosel, sourced from the historic Abtsberg vineyard, known for its steep slate slopes and exceptional exposure. The blue Devonian slate soils play a defining role in shaping the wine’s character, contributing to its distinctive mineral tension and ability to preserve freshness even at advanced ripeness.

Produced from carefully selected late-harvested grapes, this Auslese style achieves a precise balance between natural sweetness and vibrant acidity, which is essential for both structure and longevity. Aromatically, it opens with layers of ripe peach, apricot, and candied citrus, followed by floral nuances and a subtle smoky minerality typical of the site.

On the palate, the wine is richly textured yet finely poised, with a precise acidity that cuts through the sweetness and keeps the profile lifted and focused. The residual sugar is seamlessly integrated, allowing the terroir expression to remain clear and defined.

The finish is long, pure, and persistent, marked by a lingering interplay of fruit, slate, and delicate spice. With aging, it develops deeper honeyed and petrol-like complexities while retaining its structural backbone.

Abtsberg Auslese reflects the estate’s longstanding philosophy of precision, restraint, and a strong emphasis on vineyard expression rather than overt richness.