Peter Lauer Ayler Kupp 'Fass 3' Riesling, Mosel, Germany

The 2023 Peter Lauer Ayler Kupp 'Fass 3' Riesling is a hallmark expression of Saar elegance, precision, and minerality. Sourced from the iconic Ayler Kupp vineyard, this wine encapsulates the steep-slope terroir of the Saar Valley with energy and grace, offering a brilliant snapshot of Florian Lauer’s skill with dry-tasting Riesling. Fass 3 typically leans toward the feinherb style, walking the line between dry and off-dry with crystalline balance.

Product Details:

• Producer: Weingut Peter Lauer
• Vintage: 2023
• Region: Mosel, Germany
• Appellation: Saar (Ayler Kupp)
• Vineyard: Ayler Kupp
• Varietal: 100% Riesling
• Style: Feinherb (off-dry)
• Alcohol: 10%
• Farming: Practicing organic
• Fermentation: Native yeasts, spontaneous fermentation
• Aging: Traditional Fuder casks or stainless steel, unfiltered

Sensory Description:

Expect vibrant aromas of white peach, tangerine zest, and fresh herbs layered over flinty minerality. On the palate, the wine unfolds with juicy orchard fruit, a hint of lime, and electric acidity that finishes with a whisper of natural sweetness. The texture is silky, with gentle grip and exceptional clarity, making this a benchmark feinherb Riesling.

Winemaker's Background:

Weingut Peter Lauer is one of the great names of the Saar, producing expressive and transparent Rieslings across a mosaic of parcels within the Ayler Kupp. Under the stewardship of Florian Lauer, the estate champions minimal intervention, hand harvesting, and a deep respect for each site’s unique identity. Fass 3 is one of Lauer’s signature cuvées, reliably demonstrating the estate’s finesse with fine-tuned sweetness and acidity.

Serving Suggestions:

Serve chilled at 8–10°C (46–50°F). Perfect with spicy Asian cuisine, pork schnitzel, roasted poultry, or creamy cheeses. It also pairs beautifully with grilled seafood or a crisp green salad with citrus vinaigrette.

This vintage continues the legacy of Fass 3 as a lithe, aromatic, and impeccably detailed Riesling—crafted for both early enjoyment and graceful aging.