Joh. Jos. Prüm Graacher Himmelreich Riesling Kabinett 2024

Winemaking

Joh. Jos. Prüm is one of the Mosel's most respected estates, with a winemaking philosophy centered on expressing the unique character of their vineyard sites through minimal intervention and precise harvest timing. The house has long been recognized for producing Rieslings of remarkable elegance and aging potential, allowing the terroir to speak clearly in the glass.

Tasting Notes

This Kabinett opens with delicate stone fruit aromas—white peach and apricot—accompanied by subtle floral notes and a whisper of petrol minerality that signals serious Mosel pedigree. On the palate, crisp green apple and citrus take the lead, framed by gentle residual sweetness that never feels cloying, supported by vibrant acidity that gives the wine its characteristic brightness and lift. The finish is clean and mineral-driven, with those stony notes persisting pleasantly and inviting another sip.

Producer

The Prüm family has been cultivating vines in the Mosel since the 18th century, and their estate remains one of the region's finest custodians of traditional Riesling winemaking. Working their steep vineyard sites with meticulous care, they harvest selectively to capture fruit at optimal ripeness, producing wines across the Kabinett through Trockenbeerenauslese spectrum that showcase both immediate charm and remarkable longevity.

Terroir

Graacher Himmelreich is one of the Mosel's most celebrated vineyard sites, a steep slate-terraced parcel that faces south and captures intense sunlight despite the region's northern latitude. The slate-rich soils drain rapidly and retain heat, creating ideal conditions for Riesling ripeness, while the Mosel River's moderating influence and the valley's unique microclimate produce wines of crystalline mineral character and aromatic intensity.

Food Pairings

Try this with delicate seafood preparations—a butter-poached halibut with lemon and herbs, or seared scallops with brown butter—where its acidity and stone fruit notes complement the fish without overwhelming it. It's equally at home with a casual weeknight meal of roasted chicken with fresh herbs, or as an aperitif on its own, where its elegance and gentle sweetness shine.