MOSEL

Mosel River Germany

The Mosel valley is home to some of the most spectacular, vertigo-inducing vineyards on Earth. Here, vines cling to steep slate cliffs that rise dramatically above the winding Mosel, Saar, and Ruwer rivers. This extreme landscape provides a natural advantage, as the dark slate soils absorb the sun's heat during the day and radiate it back to the vines at night, while the reflective river surface acts as a giant mirror to maximize sunlight. In this cool northern climate, these rugged conditions force the vines to dig deep for nutrients, creating German white wines with an unmistakable energy and vibrancy that you simply cannot replicate anywhere else.

While the region is globally revered for producing the finest expressions of the Riesling grape, the real magic of the Mosel lies in its masterclass of balance. Because of the cooler climate, the grapes enjoy an exceptionally long growing season, developing intense, complex flavours while keeping natural sugars low. The signature style here delivers wines that are wonderfully light, lower in alcohol, and driven by a crisp, mouth-watering acidity. Rather than heavy, jammy fruit flavors, a classic Mosel white greets you with beautiful, breezy floral aromas and a clean, refreshing crunch that makes it incredibly easy to pair with your favourite weekend dishes.

Winemaking in the Mosel is also a triumph of human endurance against nature. Many of these historical vineyards are so steep—sloping at angles of up to 60 degrees—that modern machinery is completely useless. For centuries, every single vine has had to be tended, pruned, and harvested entirely by hand, with pickers often secured by ropes and pulleys just to gather the fruit. This dedication to craft is a tradition passed down through generations of independent family estates, ensuring that every bottle from these legendary slate slopes carries a genuine, captivating story.

Delve Deeper

Weingut Dr. Fischer Bottles

Weingut Dr. Fischer | Mosel
Ernie Loosen stood next to an open top red sports car on the winding road out of Bernkastel Kues

Weingut Dr. Loosen | Mosel
Weingut Forstmeister Geltz Zilliken Logo

Weingut Forstmeister Geltz Zilliken | Saar
Weingut Joh. Jos. Prüm | Mosel

Weingut Joh. Jos. Prüm | Mosel
Weingut Willi Schaefer Coat of Arms

Weingut Willi Schaefer | Mosel
Sofia & Christina Thanisch

Weingut Wwe. Dr. H. Thanisch Erben Thanisch | Mosel

THE LINE UP

A bottle of Dr. Loosen Ürziger Würzgarten Riesling dry white wine, featuring a dark green glass bottle, a dark blue foil capsule, and a white label with gold lettering.

Dr Loosen Ürziger Würzgarten Riesling Grosses Gewächs Reserve Alte Reben 2019
£85.00
£85.00
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An ultra-premium, bone-dry Mosel Riesling aged for two years in barrel, showcasing unique volcanic minerality... Read More...
A bottle of Dr. Loosen Wehlener Sonnenuhr Riesling Grosses Gewachs Alte Reben dry white wine, featuring a dark green glass bottle, a dark blue foil seal, and a white label with gold lettering on a plain white background

Dr Loosen Wehlener Sonnenuhr Riesling Grosses Gewächs Alte Reben 2024
£40.00
£40.00
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A profound, bone-dry grand cru Mosel Riesling displaying incredible concentration from 100 year old vines... Read More...
A bottle of Dr. Loosen Wehlener Sonnenuhr Riesling Spätlese on a plain white background.

Dr. Loosen Wehlener Sonnenuhr Riesling Spätlese 2025
£25.00
£25.00
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A luxurious late-harvest Mosel Riesling balancing rich, honeyed fruit with intense slate-driven mineral freshness... Read More...
A bottle of Dr. Loosen Bernkasteler Lay Riesling Kabinett wine, featuring a dark green glass bottle, a white label with gold lettering, and a silver foil cap, set against a plain white background.

Dr. Loosen Bernkasteler Lay Riesling Kabinett 2024/25
£17.00
£17.00
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A classic, low-alcohol Mosel Riesling displaying the juicy fruit and supple texture of blue slate... Read More...
A bottle of Dr. Loosen Red Slate Riesling Dry on a plain white background.

Dr. Loosen Red Slate Riesling Dry 2024/25
£18.00
£18.00
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A bone-dry German Riesling showcasing the intense minerality & vibrant character of red slate soils... Read More...
Wwe. Dr. H. Thanisch Berncasteler-Kues Riesling Alte Reben German White Wine Bottle

Wwe. Dr. H. Thanisch Berncasteler-Kues Riesling Alte Reben 2021
£26.00
£26.00
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The Thanisch family's village wine that originates from 'old vines' in excess of 40 years old... Read More...
Dr. Fischer-Hofstätter Mosel Riesling Trocken Bottle

Dr. Fischer-Hofstätter Riesling Trocken 2023
£21.00
£21.00
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Classic dry Mosel Riesling with hints of tropical fruits & balanced acidity... Read More...
Weingut Zilliken Saarburg Riesling Trocken Alte Reben White Wine Bottle

Zilliken Saarburg Riesling Trocken Alte Reben 2021
£40.00
£40.00
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Complex & elegant old-vine Riesling that walks the tightrope between refreshing, ripe & racy... Read More...
Wwe. Dr H Thanisch Berncasteler Doctor Riesling Grosses Gewächs Bottle

Wwe. Dr. H. Thanisch Berncasteler Doctor Riesling Grosses Gewächs 2022
£55.00
£55.00
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A Grosses Gewächs Riesling of great elegance, minerality & finesse from the iconic Doctor vineyard... Read More...
Joh. Jos. Prüm Wehlener Sonnenuhr Riesling Spätlese Bottle

Joh. Jos. Prüm Wehlener Sonnenuhr Riesling Spätlese 2022
£46.00
£46.00
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Discover pure elegance with this iconic Mosel Riesling, brimming with white blossom, peach, and slate... Read More...
Maximin Grünhaus Abtsberg Riesling Trocken Grosses Gewächs Bottle

Maximin Grünhaus Abtsberg Riesling Trocken Grosses Gewächs 2020
£49.00
£49.00
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The Grosses Gewächs Abtsberg represents the absolute peak of dry Riesling at Maximin Grünhaus... Read More...
Willi Schaefer Graacher Riesling Trocken 2021

Willi Schaefer Graacher Riesling Trocken 2021
£22.00
£22.00
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A refreshing 'dry' expression of Riesling from one of the greatest producers in Germany... Read More...
Dr H Thanisch Berncasteler Doctor Riesling Kabinett Bottle

Dr. H. Thanisch Berncasteler Doctor Riesling Kabinett 2022
£41.00
£41.00
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A textbook, seriously good, high quality Kabinett from the celebrated Doctor vineyard... Read More...
Weingut Joh. Jos. Prüm Graacher Himmelreich Riesling Kabinett

Joh. Jos Prüm Graacher Himmelreich Riesling Kabinett 2024
£40.00
£40.00
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Experience vibrant white peach, crisp lime zest, and striking minerality in this legendary off-dry white... Read More...
Weingut Joh. Jos. Prüm Graacher Himmelreich Spätlese

Joh. Jos. Prüm Graacher Himmelreich Riesling Spätlese 2022
£40.00
£40.00
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Dive into lush stone fruit, bright citrus, and honeyed richness with this world-class Mosel Spätlese... Read More...
Dr. H. Thanisch, Erben Thanisch Bernkasteler Badstube Riesling Kabinett

Dr. H. Thanisch Bernkasteler Badstube Riesling Kabinett 2022
£28.00
£28.00
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The Weingut Wwe. Dr. H. Thanisch, Erben Thanisch Bernkasteler Badstube Riesling Kabinett forms... Read More...
Dr H Thanisch Bernkasteler Badstube Riesling Spätlese

Dr. H. Thanisch Bernkasteler Badstube Riesling Spätlese 2022
£31.00
£31.00
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The Weingut Wwe. Dr. H. Thanisch, Erben Thanisch Bernkasteler Badstube Riesling Spätlese vineyard... Read More...
Weingut Wwe. Dr. H. Thanisch, Erben Thanisch Estate Riesling

Dr. H. Thanisch Estate Riesling Kabinett 2024
£31.00
£31.00
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A low-alcohol, pristine Mosel Riesling packed with juicy green apple, slate minerals & electric crispness... Read More...