Dr Loosen

Situated on Germany’s Mosel River among some of the world’s most treasured vineyards, the Dr. Loosen estate has been in the same family for more than 200 years. When Ernst Loosen (pronounced LOH-zen) assumed ownership in 1988, he realized that, with ungrafted vines averaging 60 years old in some of Germany’s top-rated vineyards, he had the raw materials to create stunningly intense, world-class Rieslings. To achieve this, Ernst immediately changed the estate’s vineyard practices to dramatically reduce crop size. He stopped all chemical fertilization, preferring only moderate use of organic fertilizers and soil amendments. He extended his commitment to sustainable practices beyond the vineyards and into the winery, implementing improvements in materials recycling, energy efficiency and water conservation. At harvest, he insisted on fully mature fruit that had been very strictly selected. And he turned to gentler cellar practices that would allow the wine to develop its full potential with a minimum of technological meddling. Today, Dr. Loosen wines are widely enjoyed around the globe and continue to receive awards and accolades from top reviewers. Dr Loosen

  • [SOLD-OUT] Dr Loosen Wehlener Sonnenuhr Riesling Spatlese 2015

    [SOLD-OUT] Dr Loosen Wehlener Sonnenuhr Riesling Spatlese 2015

    Region: Germany
    Farming Vegan-friendly Sustainably-made

    "This precipitously steep, rocky vineyard consistently yields some of the most elegant and sophisticated white wines in the world. The mineral-rich, blue Devonian slate soil produces quintessential Mosel Riesling: delicate and refined, with racy...

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    $62.00
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  • [SOLD-OUT] Dr Loosen Urziger Wurzgarten Grosses Gewachs 2013

    [SOLD-OUT] Dr Loosen Urziger Wurzgarten Grosses Gewachs 2013

    Region: Germany

    Ürzig produces wines of a completely unique nature, showcasing the typically exotic fruit flavors of the “spice garden,” with a rich texture, gentle acidity and lingering finish. Grosses Gewächs (GG) means “great growth” and is the designation for an...

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    $85.00
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  • [SOLD-OUT] Dr Loosen Urziger Wurzgarten Grosses Gewachs 2012

    [SOLD-OUT] Dr Loosen Urziger Wurzgarten Grosses Gewachs 2012

    Region: Germany

    JancisRobinson 17/20 points!"A clean fresh fruity fragrance is enhanced by a very delicate touch of spice. Despite an ample measure of acidity the texture is creamy and the body perfectly shaped. The Wurzgarten is so well balanced and harmonious, it...

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    $70.00
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