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About Joh Jos Prüm Winery
Joh. Jos. Prüm stands as one of the world’s most celebrated Riesling producers, renowned for crafting wines that embody the pinnacle of harmony and elegance. Situated in Germany’s iconic Mosel region, this historic estate delivers enchanting wines that perfectly balance sugar and acidity, showcasing the synergy of exceptional terroir, meticulous winemaking, and a rich family legacy.
The Prüm family’s presence in the Mosel Valley dates back to 1150. The winery itself was established in 1911 by Johan Josef Prüm, with his son Sebastian refining the distinctive style that defines Prüm wines in the 1930s. In the late 1960s, Dr. Manfred Prüm elevated the estate to its benchmark status as the finest in the Mosel, a position it maintains today. Now in the capable hands of the fourth generation, Katharina Prüm, the estate continues to uphold its tradition of excellence.
Joh. Jos. Prüm’s vineyard holdings include some of the Mosel’s most revered sites, planted primarily with old, ungrafted vines that yield exceptional fruit. The winery’s crown jewel is the Wehlener Sonnenuhr vineyard, a south-facing slope with steep, slate-covered terrain and minimal topsoil. Rieslings from this site are renowned for their depth of flavor, striking minerality, and light, elegant structure. The estate’s commitment to quality begins in the vineyard, with multiple meticulous passes through the steep slopes to harvest perfectly ripe grapes.
The winery’s philosophy centers on minimal intervention, allowing the vineyard’s character to shine. Fermentations are deliberately slow, and extended lees aging imparts complexity and texture. Wines are only bottled when they are deemed ready, ensuring each bottle reflects the Prüm family’s exacting standards.
What makes Joh. Jos. Prüm Rieslings extraordinary is their versatility. While sweetness is part of their allure, these are not dessert wines; instead, they pair beautifully with a wide range of savory dishes. The 2021 vintage, particularly the Kabinett, offers an almost dry profile, delivering pure, exhilarating flavors with precision and finesse.
Joh. Jos. Prüm wines are highly sought after and produced in limited quantities, making them a must-try for any wine enthusiast. If you have yet to experience the magic of Prüm’s Rieslings, these bottles of pure joy are a perfect introduction to the heights of Mosel winemaking.
