Peter Lauer Cremant Grand Reserve Brut 1984

For purists, there is nothing like the Saar. It is arguably one of the greatest, most unique wine-growing regions on earth. The core of greatness in the Saar is intensity without weight, grandiosity without size.

Florian’s general style is exactly the opposite of his famous Saar neighbor Egon Müller. At Lauer, the focus is on dry-tasting Rieslings as opposed to the residual sugar wines of the latter. When the vintage allows it, Florian will craft Prädikat wines, the Kabinetts, Spätlesen and Auslesen that we all know and once loved

Employing natural-yeast fermentations, Lauer’s wines find their own balance. They tend to be more textural, deeper and more broad-shouldered. Yet they have a preternatural sense of balance, an energy that is singular. Yet the hallmarks of the Saar are there: purity, precision, rigor, mineral.

Grape Varietals & Region: 100% Riesling. From their best Grand Cru sites in the Saarvalley, this rarity matured on the yeast for at least 36 years.

Taste Profile: A fantastic bouquet of almond butter, macadamia and hazelnut, fresh nougat, and lovage characterises the grandiose play of aromas. On the palate, powerful mineral salt and an incredibly stimulating balance make this sparkling wine one of the most exclusive food companions.