Müller-Catoir Haardter Bürgergarten Riesling Spätlese

Pfalz, Germany

Pfalz Riesling Spätlese at its most expressive — off-dry, aromatic, and complex from volcanic Haardt soils. Peach, apricot, jasmine, ginger, and a mineral finesse that sets this apart from the Mosel's steely style. More weight and generosity than Mosel Spätlese; exceptional food wine and pleasure wine.

Pairing intelligence

• main: The Pfalz's most traditional dish and its regional Riesling — Spätlese's off-dry richness handles the hearty preparation; peach and apricot notes bridge the pork's richness
• main: German Spätlese's residual sugar and bright acidity is one of the world's great matches for Thai spice; the wine's fruit mirrors the lemongrass; sweetness tempers the chilli