Subtle citrus fruit with candied apples on the nose. The palate displays lemon hard candy, marzipan, and a slight creamy texture on the finish from lees contact. The beerenauslese designation is made from only overripe grapes or grapes with noble rot and have a minimum 25 KMW (127 Ochsle). It is the second lightest of Kracher’s dessert wines.

Technical notes

80% Chardonnay, 20% Welschriesling. Fermented and aged for 8 months in stainless steel. Alcohol: 12.5%. Acidity: 6 g/l. Residual Sugar: 114.7 g/l.

Food pairing

As dessert itself, paired with peach tarts, custards, or savory and rich cheeses. Especially good with tangy blue cheeses.