James Suckling – "An attractive Mosel Kabinett with expressive, stony slate character and effusive floral and lemon-zest aromas. Sleek body with beautifully integrated acidity and a long, very clean wet-stone finish. Drink or hold."
Robert Parker/Wine Advocate – "The 2021 Bernkasteler Badstube Riesling Kabinett is clear and fine yet still discreet in its aromas on the elegant and flinty/slatey nose. Sweet and round yet elegant and refined on the palate, this is a light but lush Badstube Kabinett with fine grip, charming texture and a crystalline and saline finish. 7.5% stated alcohol combined with 55.7 grams per liter of residual sugar."
Huon Hooke – 'Smoky gaspipe reduction and wonderful array of slaty mineral, floral and fruity aromas, gloriously detailed and hauntingly ethereal. The richness and concentration are superb, the persistence impressive and the aftertaste delightfully balanced and long. A delicious wine with a great future. (85 g/l sweetness) Drink: 2022-2035'
97 points - Huon Hooke, therealreview.com
Huon Hooke – 'Grapefruit and orange to the fore, still with some flinty spontaneous-fermentation notes. Perfect rendezvous of fruit and appley, rather than citric, acidity. Lively, juicy, mouthwatering, generous flavour, excellent length. Drink: 2010-2020'
Dr. H. Thanisch represents a legacy of winemaking that has spanned several generations, firmly establishing its roots in the heart of Germany's renowned wine regions. The winery takes pride in harmonizing traditional methods with contemporary techniques to produce wines that are both timeless and innovative. With vineyards nurtured by the gentle climate and mineral-rich soils, each grape is cultivated to express the unique terroir from which it hails. The label's dedication to excellence has garnered numerous accolades worldwide, attesting to its consistent commitment to quality. Wine enthusiasts often appreciate the layers of complexity and depth that characterize Dr. H. Thanisch wines, making them not just beverages, but true experiences in every glass.
Dr. H. Thanisch is renowned for producing some of Germany's most exceptional wines, with a focus primarily on Riesling. These wines are celebrated for their precision, purity, and the ability to express the unique terroir of their origin. Thanks to the winery's meticulous approach to viticulture and winemaking, the Rieslings often showcase a beautiful balance of acidity, sweetness, and minerality. The wines are known to possess aromatic profiles that encapsulate notes of green apple, citrus fruits, and often a distinctive flinty or petrol character, which is a hallmark of aged Rieslings. With their aging potential, Dr. H. Thanisch's wines are often sought by collectors and enthusiasts looking to experience the evolution of flavors over time.
The wines of Dr. H. Thanisch are crafted in the Mosel region of Germany, a renowned wine-producing area characterized by its steep slate vineyards along the banks of the Moselle River. The unique microclimate, coupled with the slate-dominated soils, provides the ideal environment for the Riesling grape to thrive. The river's influence, the gradient of the vineyards, and the mineral-rich soils all play a crucial role in giving the wines their characteristic taste and aromatic intensity.
While Dr. H. Thanisch produces a range of acclaimed wines, their single-vineyard Rieslings are particularly noteworthy. Among these, the "Doctor" vineyard Rieslings stand out, hailed for their complexity, depth, and aging potential. These wines are lauded for their intense mineral character, layered fruit nuances, and the harmonious interplay of sweetness and acidity. Many wine critics and connoisseurs also admire the estate's late-harvest and dessert wines, which exhibit luscious sweetness paired with a vibrant acidity, making them both opulent and refreshing.
Dr. H. Thanisch offers a spectrum of wines catering to varied price points. While their single-vineyard and special edition Rieslings can command higher prices due to their limited production and exceptional quality, the winery also produces more accessible wines that offer great value for their price. These wines capture the essence of the Mosel region and provide a taste of the estate's winemaking prowess without breaking the bank. It's this balance of premium and value-oriented offerings that ensures wine lovers of all budgets can enjoy the brilliance of Dr. H. Thanisch.
We aim to have all wines be vintage specific. In the case the listed vintage is out of stock and you note you would like that particular vintage, we will inform you via email for approval to go ahead.
Delivery Times
To be able to supply such a unique & extensive range of boutique wines, we don't hold much of the inventory. So with us, there is the added step of receiving the wine from our local suppliers before it is dispatched to you. Most orders are dispatched within 3-6 working days.
Quality Guarantee
Replacement or refund offered if bottles are faulty or damaged. All our deliveries are insured against loss, however you must notify us in a reasonable amount of time.
Sending a Gift
If you would like to include a gift message with your order, please enter that in the order instructions section. We'll print your message in a lovely font on A5 paper. We also won't include the invoice. Tracking will be sent to the email on file.
We aim to have all wines be vintage specific. In the case the listed vintage is out of stock and you note you would like that particular vintage, we will inform you via email for approval to go ahead.
To be able to supply such a unique & extensive range of boutique wines, we don't hold much of the inventory. So with us, there is the added step of receiving the wine from our local suppliers before it is dispatched to you. Most orders are dispatched within 3-6 working days.
Replacement or refund offered if bottles are faulty or damaged. All our deliveries are insured against loss, however you must notify us in a reasonable amount of time.
If you would like to include a gift message with your order, please enter that in the order instructions section. We'll print your message in a lovely font on A5 paper. We also won't include the invoice. Tracking will be sent to the email on file.