Joh. Jos. Pr&uuml;m is a celebrated family-owned wine estate located in the heart of Mosel, a serene region in Germany, renowned for its outstanding Rieslings. The Pr&uuml;m family&#39;s wine-growing heritage dates back to as early as the 17th century, further solidifying their stature as one of Mosel&#39;s most revered wines producers. The estate&#39;s rich history, coupled with a well-preserved passion for meticulous wine craftsmanship, allows them to consistently deliver the grandiosity expressed in each bottle of their world-renowned Rieslings.

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Review of Graacher Himmelreich Auslese Riesling 2010:

The Graacher Himmelreich Auslese Riesling 2010 is no exception. This vintage comes from a remarkable year that was incredibly favorable for Rieslings in Mosel, resulting in a superb quality of grapes that confirms 2010 as an iconic year for Joh. Jos. Pr&uuml;m&#39;s wines.

Color/Aromas:

Immediately upon pouring, the wine reveals its rich and luminous golden hue, a color only attainable with age and high-quality grapes. The enticing color is further complemented with the tantalizing aromas which the finest examples of aged German Riesling. The perfume is a mosaic of notes, from ripe peaches and apricots to delicate honeysuckle, with a backdrop of minerality inherited from the slate-rich soils of the Graacher Himmelreich vineyards.

Taste:

On the palate, the Graacher Himmelreich Auslese Riesling 2010 envelops your taste buds with a harmonious dance of flavors. The initial sweetness typical of Auslese grade, hitting high notes of summer fruits like apricots, peaches, and nectarine, is gracefully balanced by a pulsating acidity, ensuring the wine is bright and fresh, not cloying. Specifically, there&#39;s a lip-smacking tang of green apple and juicy lime that makes each sip as refreshing as the last.

This wine is unmistakably a sweet one. The luscious flavor profile is indicative of the special late harvest of very ripe grapes, which donates a natural sweetness to the juice. Despite its sweetness, the wine maintains an impressive balance thanks to the core of fierce acidity, signature of Mosel&rsquo;s slatey terroir.

The body of the wine is medium. It glides across the palate with a silky texture that leaves a lasting impression. Though the wine waft from the glass, an unexpected complexity that characterizes is nearly a decade old, its acidity and depth of flavor give it a vibrancy that suggests it has many years left to age gracefully.

Tannins:

With regards to tannins, given this a white wine, tannins are generally not a significant factor. However, due to extensive aging, there might be a slight perception of delicate tannic structure giving the wine a well-rounded personality.

Food Pairings:

Joh. Jos. Pr&uuml;m Graacher Himmelreich Auslese Riesling 2010 is not only a standalone delight but also a versatile companion with food. Its rich sweetness balanced by the vibrant acidity makes it a perfect partner for spicy Asian cuisine especially Thai or Indian dishes where it can temper the heat and complement the complex flavors. It would also beautifully accompany rich, creamy cheeses like camembert or &eacute;poisses, as well as foie gras, offering a pleasing contrast to the fattiness. And, of course, it&#39;s a natural match for a variety of fruit-based desserts, particularly fruit tarts and cr&egrave;me br&ucirc;l&eacute;e.

Certainly, the general consensus from critics is that Joh. Jos. Pr&uuml;m Graacher Himmelreich Auslese Riesling 2010 is an extraordinary wine, worth seeking out. This kind of acclaim, paired with its versatility with food, places this vintage among the finest Rieslings from Mosel, and indeed, the world.

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	<li>Robert Parker&#39;s Wine Advocate, a reliable voice in the wine industry, awarded a well-deserved score of 93 points out of 100, lauding its dainty balance of sweetness and acidity.</li>
	<li>Renowned wine critic Stephen Tanzer echoed this sentiment with an impressive score of 94 points, specifically heralding the wine&#39;s depth of flavor and exceptional aging potential.</li>
	<li>Jancis Robinson, another esteemed wine critic, extolled its &quot;great tension and enormous future ahead,&quot; awarding it a notable score of 18/20. Moreover, Wine Spectator, a respected American wine publication, added to the chorus of praise for this vintage, granting it a high score of 96 points and mentioning, &quot;This gracefully embraces its lushness, framed by an ample structure of vibrant acidity and fine tannins.&quot;</li>
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The Joh. Jos. Pr&uuml;m Graacher Himmelreich Auslese Riesling 2010 is a journey in each sip. Its interplay of deep fruit flavors, tingling acidity and elegant sweetness presents an unparalleled drinking experience. This wine is a testament to the mastery of the Pr&uuml;m family&#39;s winemaking skills and the unmatched potential of Mosel&#39;s terroir. Whether you&#39;re a Riesling aficionado or new to the variety, this wine is certain to deliver a memorable experience.

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Joh. Jos. Prüm is a celebrated family-owned wine estate located in the heart of Mosel, a serene region in Germany, renowned for its outstanding Rieslings. The Prüm family's wine-growing heritage dates back to as early as the 17th century, further solidifying their stature as one of Mosel's most revered wines producers. The estate's rich history, coupled with a well-preserved passion for meticulous wine craftsmanship, allows them to consistently deliver the grandiosity expressed in each bottle of their world-renowned Rieslings.

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Empress by Boon

RT: Hello and welcome to CorkRules! 

A podcast where we review a wine list from your favorite restaurants. I&rsquo;m your host Robert Tas along with Grant Wood, wine educator and certified sommelier

Hello Grant, great to have you back for another great wine list.

GW: Hello Robert!

RT: Before we jump in, let&rsquo;s talk about CorkRules.

We created CorkRules to demystify wine list&rsquo;s because we know from experience, that sometimes wine lists can be intimidating, and even a little daunting.

Our aim is to help prepare you to navigate that list, find those hidden gems, value wines or that special bottle that will take your dining experience over the top.

&nbsp;RT: So, sit back and listen as we review your favorite wine list.

Empress by Boon

Empress by Boon is a new SF hotspot with a very affordable $98 pre-fix menu where the menu focuses on modern takes on traditional Cantonese fare prepared with local ingredients by Chef Ho. Here we get to explore a unique wine list that is traditionally difficult to pair with wine as the cuisine isn&rsquo;t quite tied to the norms of food and wine. Here we get to go outside the box and think about pairings in a new light.

Let&rsquo;s kick off with cocktails as you I love to do so. Right away, I love the &ldquo;Through the back door&rdquo; which features mezcal, Volcan Reposado tequila, orange, Maraschino, St. George bruto Americano which would be just the right lubricant I look to. The Pirate&rsquo;s Gospel featuring Zacapa 23yr rum, lime, cr&egrave;me de banana, honey, and Peychaud is another libation that wouldn&rsquo;t take much convincing of myself either. These are also great options when thinking of beverages to pair with their faire of cuisine as well.

Let&rsquo;s dive into the list, though, since this is a place where traditional wine pairing is notoriously atypical. With this type of cuisine, I think bubbles are truly your friend here. So right away I would go for the Jean Vesselle, Oeil de Perdrix, Grand Cru from Bouzy. I love this little village in Champagne which I believe has some of the best Pinot Noir at the best value. Anytime I see Bouzy on a menu, I go for it.

Moving on to whites, there is a great selection of dry and off-dry whites that really complement various dishes on their menu. Starting white the dryer side, I love the 2017 Rudi Pichler, Ried Achleiten, Smaragd from Austria&rsquo;s Wachau. This is a beautiful wine full of soul and savor and is a perfect match for exploring something new.

For something off-dry and what will be sure to go with a wide range of their cuisine would be the 2019 Joh Jos Christoffel Erben, Kabinett, Urziger Wurzgarten, from the Mosel in Germany. These wines have such balance, freshness, and just the right amount of sugar to make these wines sing with the spicier side of the spectrum.

Let&rsquo;s go to reds where I think this is a great place to talk about what is a great opportunity to get creative. From the lighter perspective, I like the 2015 Weingut Franz Keller, Spatburgunder from the Mosel which will have just the right amount of lightness, freshness, acidity, and body to go with their mains.

Next we have to talk about a hallmark on their menu which is Bordeaux. There is some benchmarks that I would expect to see. Names like Mouton Rothschild, and Margaux, are here but I&rsquo;d go for the 2000 Ch. Kirwan which is a beautiful wine with some age. A great splurge wine would be the 2009 Ch. La Mission Haut-Brion from Pessac Leognan which is a revelation and a true classic to go with what this food demands.

To finish, a beautiful, sweet wine is what I would want here so why not go for the 2016 Royal Tokaji, red label, 5 puttonyus from Hungry? It&rsquo;s the best way I can think of to tie off a beautiful meal here.

RT: Grant, thank you so much for all your great suggestions and helping us navigate Empress by Boon&rsquo;s wine list. I can&rsquo;t wait to go try your great suggestions.&nbsp;&nbsp;

To our audience, thank you all for joining us here on CorkRules.

If you would like Grant to review one of your favorite restaurants, please send us email to: Info@CorkRules.Com or visit our web website where we have a request form available and we will do our best to get it in the queue as quickly as possible.

We are looking forward to being with you on another CorkRules episode soon. In the meantime, please check out our website for other episodes of your favorite restaurant wine lists.

And finally, drink what you love and please make sure you drink responsibly.

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