2020 Egon Müller Le Gallais Wiltinger Braune Kupp Riesling Kabinett Magnum
| Type of Wine | White |
|---|---|
| Country | Germany |
| Region | |
| Appellation | Saar |
| Winery | |
| Vintage | 2020 |
| Grape | |
| Content (Alc) | 1.5 ltr (7.5%) |
| Drink window | 2023 - 2060 |
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Description
The wines of Egon Müller are a household name worldwide. The legendary reputation of this winery is mainly based on its noble sweet wines. These have an unprecedented storage potential and surpass many red wines. Legendary wines with world fame are those from: 1997 and 1999. The wines of Egon Müller-Scharzhof are so popular that they fetch record prices every year at the wine auction in Trier and the rating of Parker and Suckling are often very close to the maximum 100-point limit.
The total vineyard property comprises 8 hectares, of which 7 hectares are owned in Scharzhof. The famous vineyard, Wiltinger Braune Kupp, is entirely owned by Egon Müller. The wines from this estate bear the name `Le Gallais.`
From 2000 onwards there was a changing of the guard. Stefan Fabian took over the helm as cellar master from Horst Frank. Winemaking at Scharzhof is very traditional and minimalistic, i.e. the quality is created 100% in the vineyard. In the cellar, minimal intervention is made, so that the terroir can fully express itself. Egon Müller's philosophy is still a resounding truth: quality is created in the vineyard and through which the finest wines are created.
The Wiltinger Braune Kupp is a famous vineyard with a unique soil of weathered slate, which gives the wines a characteristic minerality and freshness. This Riesling Kabinett offers a delicate balance between sweetness and acidity, with aromas of nectarine, green apple, mandarin, lemon oil, pear, stone fruit, flint and white flowers. On the palate the wine is light-bodied with a sunny character, notes of fresh cut apple and peachy flavors.
This wine is ideal as an aperitif or as an accompaniment to light dishes such as salads, shellfish or soft cheeses. The magnum bottle (1.5 litres) is not only impressive to look at, but also ensures a slower maturation, which benefits the complexity and the aging potential.
Specifications
| Type of Wine | White |
|---|---|
| Country | Germany |
| Region | Moezel |
| Appellation | Saar |
| Icons | Icon Germany, Austria & Switzerland |
| Winery | Egon Müller |
| Grape | Riesling |
| Biological certified | No |
| Natural wine | No |
| Vegan | No |
| Vintage | 2020 |
| Drinking as of | 2023 |
| Drinking till | 2060 |
| Alcohol % | 7.5 |
| Alcohol free/low | No |
| Content | 1.5 ltr |
| Oak aging | Yes |
| Sparkling | No |
| Dessert wine | No |
| Closure | Cork |
| Parker rating | 94 |
| James Suckling rating | 93 |
| Vinous rating | 93 |
| Tasting Profiles | Aromatisch, Bloemig, Complex, Fris, Fruitig, Mineraal, Rijk, Steenfruit, Strak, Zoet |
| Drink moments | Cadeau!, Indruk maken, Lekker luxe, Open haard, Romantisch |
Professional Reviews
Parker
The Wine Advocate
RP 93+
Reviewed by:
Stephan Reinhardt
Release Price:
NA
Drink Date:
2020 - 2060
Müller's 2019 Wiltinger Braune Kupp Riesling Kabinett opens with a bright, ripe and finely slatey bouquet. Round and lush on the palate, this is a medium-bodied, mouth-filling, charming and balanced Kupp Kabinett with ripe, elegant, crystalline and salty acidity and fine grip on the aromatic, well-structured finish. The 2019 already drinks dangerously well as an aperitif, but it is made to be cellared and then served with food in about 15-20 years. 9.5% alcohol. Tasted from AP 2-20 in June 2020.
Egon Müller has bottled an exceptional series of Rieslings from the Braune Kupp in Wiltingen. Rarely have I tasted these wines when they were on nearly the same level as the Scharzhofbergers, which are far more expensive. Buying the 2019s from Le Gallais is a must this year for all true Riesling aficionados. But you better hurry up because the yields were ridiculously low. For more details, please consult my introduction to the Scharzhofberger Rieslings.
Published: Aug 13, 2020
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James Suckling
Score
93
Avg Price (ex-tax)
$ 81
Le Gallais Riesling Mosel Wiltinger Braune Kupp Kabinett 2020
Sunday, Jul 04, 2021
Color
White
Country
Germany
Region
Mosel
Vintage
2020
Plenty of red-apple aroma, plus notes of wild berries and herbs pull you into this generous Kabinett that marries excellent ripeness to elegant acidity. Just a touch of caramelized apple at the crisp finish. Drink or hold.
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Vinous
93
Drinking Window
2021 - 2035
From: Saar Riesling 2019-2020: Selective Excellence (May 2022)
Mint, cress, stalk celery, plum pit and wood smoke accent lemon and apple in the aromatically pungent and frisky, infectiously juicy and mouthwateringly saline 2020 Riesling Wiltinger Braune Kupp Kabinett. The underlying feel is polished, and there is a delightful, wafting sense of delicacy. This finishes with tongue-tingling vibrancy and shimmering fruit, stone and herbal interaction. Here is a wonderful example of how 2020 so often defies preconceptions of a growing season with a very warm, dry summer.
- By David Schildknecht on November 2021
Harvest in 2020 began here only on September 20 – one week before the arrival of rain – but that represents an early commencement date for this estate. The fruit during that first week was deemed ideal for Kabinett, as indeed the finished results testify. The rain made for a stop-and-go subsequent harvest, and also triggered botrytis, but none of it dried sufficiently until mid-November for Müller to finally feel confident in selecting for an Auslese, which was designated “Goldkapsel” and sold at auction. “Certainly, it was a warm vintage when one considers summer temperatures,” noted Müller’s commercial director Veronika Lintner, with whom I tasted, “but average temperatures through the whole growing season were much lower than in 2019 or in 2018, and one can certainly sense that in animation and a cooling cast to the wines.” That very much applies to the Spätlesen even though these also exhibit very ripe fruit flavors and subtle botrytis influence. Thanks to an absence of spring frost, a good set, little of the sunburn that had been experienced in 2019, and scant botrytis, 2020 recorded a relatively large crop by estate standards.
The May 2019 frost reached into even upper sections of the Scharzhofberg, and summer sunburn took a further bite out of yield that nature had already predetermined would be small. And that was before a harvest that demanded selectivity, which at this address is notoriously scrupulous. Picking did not begin until September 30, so Auslese was already being selected even as the fruit for Kabinett was brought in. A second wave of rain and botrytis was accompanied by gradual diminution of acidity, leading to an intensely active second week of October and an October 18 completion date. A tiny amount of TBA was rendered, but no BA or Goldkapsel Auslese. Cellarmaster Heiner Bollig (about whose arrival I wrote in the introduction to my report on Egon Müller’s 2018s) essentially debuted in 2019 and was, one presumes, also behind the decision to attempt Grosse Gewächse (about which I also wrote in my last report). Veronika Lintner confirmed on the occasion of my November 2021 visit that release of a 2019 Grosses Gewächs is indeed planned – which would be the first dry wine from this estate in several decades – but that it’s been decided to give it another year or two in the bottle first. Speaking of future releases, Müller plans to continue his justly attention-getting series of auctioned Kabinett Alte Reben bottlings, but there will never again be more than one bottling meriting that designation or one fuder’s worth – and quite possibly less. For several years, the estate’s remaining share of ungrafted vines has displayed visible signs of phylloxera incursion, and after 2020, a significant share of those that informed the Alte Reben bottlings were ripped out and replaced. In addition to the aforementioned, as yet unreleased TBA and Grosses Gewächs, there are ten vintage 2019 bottlings, of which I was able to taste four, the others being the generic Scharzhof, a Braune Kupp Auslese, and pairs of “regular” Kabinett and Spätlese. (For much more about Müller’s Scharzhof and its Le Gallais sister – whose bottlings are treated by the Vinous database as a subset of Egon Müller Scharzhof – consult the introductions to my accounts of their 2014–2018 collections.)
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Egon Müller is a German wine producer known for producing one of the best Riesling's in the world. The estate, officially known as Weingut Egon Müller, is located in the Saar Valley in the Mosel wine region in Germany.
History by Egon Müller
The Egon Müller wine estate has a long and storied history dating back to the end of the 18th century. The Müller family has been involved in winemaking for generations. Egon Müller is best known for his production of Riesling, a grape variety that thrives in the cool climate and steep vineyards of the Moselle region. The estate owns and manages some of the most coveted vineyards in the Saar Valley, including the Scharzhofberg vineyard. The Scharzhofberg is one of Germany's most famous and highly regarded vineyards, known for its unique microclimate and ideal terroir for Riesling.
Traditional wine making
Egon Müller adheres to traditional winemaking practices. They focus on making wine with little intervention, harvesting by hand and gently pressing the grapes. The winemaking process emphasizes preserving the natural flavors and characteristics of the Riesling. Egon Müller's Riesling wines are celebrated for their purity, elegance and a distinct expression of terroir. The wines are often characterized by lively acidity, intense fruit flavors and remarkable aging potential. Egon Müller produces Rieslings in various styles, including Trocken (dry) and Feinherb (dry). This diversity meets different tastes and preferences.
Scharzhof
Egon Müller's full name is Egon Müller-Scharzhof, which refers to the famous Scharzhofberg vineyard. This vineyard is at the heart of the estate's reputation and is where many of their iconic Rieslings come from.
Egon Müller's dedication to producing exceptional Riesling wines and their management of the remarkable Scharzhofberg vineyard have cemented their position as one of the world's leading Riesling producers. Their wines are celebrated for their unique character and ability to age gracefully, making them a point of pride for German wine lovers.
The wines of Egon Müller are a household name worldwide. The legendary reputation of this winery is mainly based on its noble sweet wines. These have an unprecedented storage potential and surpass many red wines. Legendary wines with world fame are those from: 1997 and 1999. The wines of Egon Müller-Scharzhof are so popular that they fetch record prices every year at the wine auction in Trier and the rating of Parker and Suckling are often very close to the maximum 100-point limit.
The total vineyard property comprises 8 hectares, of which 7 hectares are owned in Scharzhof. The famous vineyard, Wiltinger Braune Kupp, is entirely owned by Egon Müller. The wines from this estate bear the name `Le Gallais.`
From 2000 onwards there was a changing of the guard. Stefan Fabian took over the helm as cellar master from Horst Frank. Winemaking at Scharzhof is very traditional and minimalistic, i.e. the quality is created 100% in the vineyard. In the cellar, minimal intervention is made, so that the terroir can fully express itself. Egon Müller's philosophy is still a resounding truth: quality is created in the vineyard and through which the finest wines are created.
The Wiltinger Braune Kupp is a famous vineyard with a unique soil of weathered slate, which gives the wines a characteristic minerality and freshness. This Riesling Kabinett offers a delicate balance between sweetness and acidity, with aromas of nectarine, green apple, mandarin, lemon oil, pear, stone fruit, flint and white flowers. On the palate the wine is light-bodied with a sunny character, notes of fresh cut apple and peachy flavors.
This wine is ideal as an aperitif or as an accompaniment to light dishes such as salads, shellfish or soft cheeses. The magnum bottle (1.5 litres) is not only impressive to look at, but also ensures a slower maturation, which benefits the complexity and the aging potential.
| Type of Wine | White |
|---|---|
| Country | Germany |
| Region | Moezel |
| Appellation | Saar |
| Icons | Icon Germany, Austria & Switzerland |
| Winery | Egon Müller |
| Grape | Riesling |
| Biological certified | No |
| Natural wine | No |
| Vegan | No |
| Vintage | 2020 |
| Drinking as of | 2023 |
| Drinking till | 2060 |
| Alcohol % | 7.5 |
| Alcohol free/low | No |
| Content | 1.5 ltr |
| Oak aging | Yes |
| Sparkling | No |
| Dessert wine | No |
| Closure | Cork |
| Parker rating | 94 |
| James Suckling rating | 93 |
| Vinous rating | 93 |
| Tasting Profiles | Aromatisch, Bloemig, Complex, Fris, Fruitig, Mineraal, Rijk, Steenfruit, Strak, Zoet |
| Drink moments | Cadeau!, Indruk maken, Lekker luxe, Open haard, Romantisch |
Parker
The Wine Advocate
RP 93+
Reviewed by:
Stephan Reinhardt
Release Price:
NA
Drink Date:
2020 - 2060
Müller's 2019 Wiltinger Braune Kupp Riesling Kabinett opens with a bright, ripe and finely slatey bouquet. Round and lush on the palate, this is a medium-bodied, mouth-filling, charming and balanced Kupp Kabinett with ripe, elegant, crystalline and salty acidity and fine grip on the aromatic, well-structured finish. The 2019 already drinks dangerously well as an aperitif, but it is made to be cellared and then served with food in about 15-20 years. 9.5% alcohol. Tasted from AP 2-20 in June 2020.
Egon Müller has bottled an exceptional series of Rieslings from the Braune Kupp in Wiltingen. Rarely have I tasted these wines when they were on nearly the same level as the Scharzhofbergers, which are far more expensive. Buying the 2019s from Le Gallais is a must this year for all true Riesling aficionados. But you better hurry up because the yields were ridiculously low. For more details, please consult my introduction to the Scharzhofberger Rieslings.
Published: Aug 13, 2020
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James Suckling
Score
93
Avg Price (ex-tax)
$ 81
Le Gallais Riesling Mosel Wiltinger Braune Kupp Kabinett 2020
Sunday, Jul 04, 2021
Color
White
Country
Germany
Region
Mosel
Vintage
2020
Plenty of red-apple aroma, plus notes of wild berries and herbs pull you into this generous Kabinett that marries excellent ripeness to elegant acidity. Just a touch of caramelized apple at the crisp finish. Drink or hold.
Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua...
Vinous
93
Drinking Window
2021 - 2035
From: Saar Riesling 2019-2020: Selective Excellence (May 2022)
Mint, cress, stalk celery, plum pit and wood smoke accent lemon and apple in the aromatically pungent and frisky, infectiously juicy and mouthwateringly saline 2020 Riesling Wiltinger Braune Kupp Kabinett. The underlying feel is polished, and there is a delightful, wafting sense of delicacy. This finishes with tongue-tingling vibrancy and shimmering fruit, stone and herbal interaction. Here is a wonderful example of how 2020 so often defies preconceptions of a growing season with a very warm, dry summer.
- By David Schildknecht on November 2021
Harvest in 2020 began here only on September 20 – one week before the arrival of rain – but that represents an early commencement date for this estate. The fruit during that first week was deemed ideal for Kabinett, as indeed the finished results testify. The rain made for a stop-and-go subsequent harvest, and also triggered botrytis, but none of it dried sufficiently until mid-November for Müller to finally feel confident in selecting for an Auslese, which was designated “Goldkapsel” and sold at auction. “Certainly, it was a warm vintage when one considers summer temperatures,” noted Müller’s commercial director Veronika Lintner, with whom I tasted, “but average temperatures through the whole growing season were much lower than in 2019 or in 2018, and one can certainly sense that in animation and a cooling cast to the wines.” That very much applies to the Spätlesen even though these also exhibit very ripe fruit flavors and subtle botrytis influence. Thanks to an absence of spring frost, a good set, little of the sunburn that had been experienced in 2019, and scant botrytis, 2020 recorded a relatively large crop by estate standards.
The May 2019 frost reached into even upper sections of the Scharzhofberg, and summer sunburn took a further bite out of yield that nature had already predetermined would be small. And that was before a harvest that demanded selectivity, which at this address is notoriously scrupulous. Picking did not begin until September 30, so Auslese was already being selected even as the fruit for Kabinett was brought in. A second wave of rain and botrytis was accompanied by gradual diminution of acidity, leading to an intensely active second week of October and an October 18 completion date. A tiny amount of TBA was rendered, but no BA or Goldkapsel Auslese. Cellarmaster Heiner Bollig (about whose arrival I wrote in the introduction to my report on Egon Müller’s 2018s) essentially debuted in 2019 and was, one presumes, also behind the decision to attempt Grosse Gewächse (about which I also wrote in my last report). Veronika Lintner confirmed on the occasion of my November 2021 visit that release of a 2019 Grosses Gewächs is indeed planned – which would be the first dry wine from this estate in several decades – but that it’s been decided to give it another year or two in the bottle first. Speaking of future releases, Müller plans to continue his justly attention-getting series of auctioned Kabinett Alte Reben bottlings, but there will never again be more than one bottling meriting that designation or one fuder’s worth – and quite possibly less. For several years, the estate’s remaining share of ungrafted vines has displayed visible signs of phylloxera incursion, and after 2020, a significant share of those that informed the Alte Reben bottlings were ripped out and replaced. In addition to the aforementioned, as yet unreleased TBA and Grosses Gewächs, there are ten vintage 2019 bottlings, of which I was able to taste four, the others being the generic Scharzhof, a Braune Kupp Auslese, and pairs of “regular” Kabinett and Spätlese. (For much more about Müller’s Scharzhof and its Le Gallais sister – whose bottlings are treated by the Vinous database as a subset of Egon Müller Scharzhof – consult the introductions to my accounts of their 2014–2018 collections.)
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Egon Müller is a German wine producer known for producing one of the best Riesling's in the world. The estate, officially known as Weingut Egon Müller, is located in the Saar Valley in the Mosel wine region in Germany.
History by Egon Müller
The Egon Müller wine estate has a long and storied history dating back to the end of the 18th century. The Müller family has been involved in winemaking for generations. Egon Müller is best known for his production of Riesling, a grape variety that thrives in the cool climate and steep vineyards of the Moselle region. The estate owns and manages some of the most coveted vineyards in the Saar Valley, including the Scharzhofberg vineyard. The Scharzhofberg is one of Germany's most famous and highly regarded vineyards, known for its unique microclimate and ideal terroir for Riesling.
Traditional wine making
Egon Müller adheres to traditional winemaking practices. They focus on making wine with little intervention, harvesting by hand and gently pressing the grapes. The winemaking process emphasizes preserving the natural flavors and characteristics of the Riesling. Egon Müller's Riesling wines are celebrated for their purity, elegance and a distinct expression of terroir. The wines are often characterized by lively acidity, intense fruit flavors and remarkable aging potential. Egon Müller produces Rieslings in various styles, including Trocken (dry) and Feinherb (dry). This diversity meets different tastes and preferences.
Scharzhof
Egon Müller's full name is Egon Müller-Scharzhof, which refers to the famous Scharzhofberg vineyard. This vineyard is at the heart of the estate's reputation and is where many of their iconic Rieslings come from.
Egon Müller's dedication to producing exceptional Riesling wines and their management of the remarkable Scharzhofberg vineyard have cemented their position as one of the world's leading Riesling producers. Their wines are celebrated for their unique character and ability to age gracefully, making them a point of pride for German wine lovers.