Dr H Thanisch Berncasteler Doctor Riesling Spätlese 2022 from the fabled Doctor vineyard above Bernkastel in the Mosel is a glorious, slate‑etched Riesling that balances luscious sweetness with rapier‑like acidity in a truly regal style. This 2022 Berncasteler Doctor Spätlese is handpicked from vertiginous, south‑facing schist slopes, fermented spontaneously and raised in traditional oak, capturing incredible finesse and depth.

In the glass, expect pristine aromas of white vineyard peach, apricot, pear, chamomile, blossom and a twist of citrus oil over smoky, spicy slate. The palate is medium‑sweet yet feels weightless, with crystalline fruit, straight‑shooting acidity, fine texture and a lingering finish laced with slate spice and gentle honey notes, making this Dr H Thanisch Berncasteler Doctor Riesling Spätlese 2022 both indulgent and vibrantly refreshing.

Dr H Thanisch Berncasteler Doctor Riesling Spätlese 2022 is superb with lightly spiced Asian dishes, fresh crab, prawns or pork belly, where its sweetness and cut work in tandem. It also shines with rich soft cheeses, classic German dishes like schnitzel, or simply as a contemplative glass after dinner, and will reward patient cellaring over decades as complexity deepens.