Raumland Riesling Sekthaus Brut NV

Date of Tasting: 24 December 2013

Wine Type: White Sparkling

Grape Varieties: 100% Riesling

Alcohol: 12.5%

Origin: Rheinhessen, Germany

Appellation: n.a.

Expect to Pay: ~ THB1,000 - THB1,500

Web: http://www.raumland.de
Chubby Score: 88/100
Value for money: 5/10
Professional Rating: CT - 90/100

Appearance: pale straw yellow

Aroma: fine nose of apple and tropical fruit

Palate: fresh dazzling acidity and minerality with ripe lime and citrus, not overwhelming with good degree of mousse. medium finish.

Think of Raumland Riesling Brut as a fine substitution of those expensive champagne (though not cheap). It may not be as fine and elegant as champagne but should serve well enough. I like the character that does not show toasty nutty/almond nose like prosecco. It is an impressive one. Delicious with fresh seafood like sushi. Give it a try if you see one.

Score Explanation

95+ = classic and extraordinary

90+ = outstanding in its class

85+ = recommended wine with some degree of enjoyment

80+ = drinkable occasionally

WA = Wine Advocate
WS = Wine Spectator
WE = Wine Enthusiast
JR = Jancis Robinson
DC = Decanter
JS = James Suckling
BH = Burghound
FS = Falstaff Magazine
ST = Stephen Tanzer
CT = Cellar Tracker Average Score