Mönchhof (Monk’s House) is one of the oldest wine estates in the Mosel. It was formerly in the possession of the Kloster Himmerod, a Cisterian Abbey, and records exist dating it to 1177. Today the estate is run by the affable Robert Eymael Jr. and the holdings include superb sites in Ürziger Würzgarten, Erdener Treppchen, and Erdener Prälat. The 2010 vintage in the Mosel offers pure and truly refreshing wines that have firm acidity. They are simply delicious to drink in the spring.
2010 Mönchhof Estate Riesling 19.00 15.77VS
2010 Mönchhof Riesling Spätlese ‘Mosel Slate’ 25.00 20.75VS
2010 Mönchhof Riesling Spätlese Ürziger Würzgarten 30.00 24.90VS
2010 Mönchhof Riesling Auslese Erdener Prälat 45.00 37.35VS
Taste these wines on Saturday, May 19th at both shops from 11AM-5PM
The Other Rieussecs
The 2009 “R” de Rieussec is produced from the estate vineyards and reflects the early harvesting of grape clusters that are not botrytised. It is a blend of Sauvignon Blanc and Sémillon. Twenty percent of the wine is fermented in barrels, with the balance in stainless steel. Crisp, dry and delicious, the wine is a perfect accompaniment to Northwest seafoods. The 2006 Carmes de Rieussec is the second wine of Château Rieussec and it is a blend of over 80% Sémillon with the balance being Sauvignon Blanc and Muscadelle. The name refers to the monks of the Carmes de Langon, the owners of the Rieussec estate in the 18th century. It is an exceptional value for dessert Sauternes. This is a prime opportunity to
get affordable Sauternes for holiday dinner parties.
2009 “R” de Rieussec Bordeaux Blanc Sec 27.00 22.41VS
2006 Carmes de Rieussec Sauternes (Limited) 26.00 21.58VS