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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A Hungarian Legacy: Imagine yourself in Tokaj, Hungary, a region steeped in winemaking tradition. For centuries, Furmint has thrived in its volcanic soil, basking in the warm sunshine. These grapes, loved for their thick skin and high acidity, became the cornerstone of Hungary's most famous wine: Tokaji. These sweet, honeyed treasures were once enjoyed by royalty and popes!

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Lyla Lila

Sam Hohl, certified sommelier, joins Robert Tas to explore Lyla Lila’s wine list. 

Wine List Review of Lyla Lila, Georgia

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Lyla Lila

RT: Hello and welcome to CorkRules!&nbsp;

A podcast where, in each episode,&nbsp;we will review a wine list from your favorite restaurants. I&rsquo;m your host Robert Tas along with Samantha Hohl, certified sommelier.

Hello Sam,&nbsp;it&rsquo;s great to be back together for another episode.

SH: Hi Robert!

RT: Before we jump in, let&rsquo;s talk about CorkRules.

We created CorkRules to demystify wine lists because we know from experience, that sometimes when we get that list handed to us, well&hellip; it can be intimidating, and even a little daunting.

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Our aim is to help prepare you to navigate that list, find those hidden gems, or value wines or that special bottle that will take your dining experience over the top.

RT:&nbsp;So, sit back and listen as we review your favorite wine list.

RT: Today we are talking about Lyla Lila.

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Lyla Lila

Overview

Lyla Lila is located in Midtown, Atlanta Georgia. They are a Southern European-inspired spot with an Italian focus and feature locally sourced ingredients to create dishes ranging from seafood to pasta.&nbsp;

Sam, I can&rsquo;t wait to hear what you think of their wine list.

Where to start

This list has been crafted with primarily Italian producers, but it also offers wines from around the world to transport you wherever you want to go. There are plenty of options to complement their Italian and Southern European-inspired menu, and the focus here is selections from winemakers and grape growers who farm responsibly and create their wines using as little intervention as possible.

Starting off the evening I&rsquo;d go with something refreshing while still having some solid flavor, such as the 2014 Ca&rsquo; del Vent Anima. This is an Italian sparkling rose wine made from pinot noir from the Lombardy region. Antonio Torninkas is the naturalist behind Ca&rsquo; del Vent wines and is committed to farming his vineyards using biodynamic practices and applies minimal intervention in his winemaking. In 2015 Ca del Vent&rsquo;s wines were rejected from having DOCG status due to being &ldquo;too complex and rich.&rdquo; DOCG status means a wine is typical to an area, it guarantees quality and it means controlled winemaking methods. Antonio strives to provide an honest expression of his vineyards through his wines, and has actually embraced the fact that the wines are truly unique. This bottle is going to bring fleshy dark fruit flavors, notes of toasted biscuit, and gripping acidity. Super delicious to sip on and would be a true beauty with the crispy artichokes with lemon-mint aioli.

Another really fun way to start the evening would be with the 2019 &lsquo;Egg Fermented&rsquo; by producers Dirty and Rowdy. Now, you might be thinking what is up with that name? Don&rsquo;t be put off, it&rsquo;s in reference to how they ferment the white grape juice, using large egg-shaped cement containers

that are roughly 5-6 feet tall. It&rsquo;s a practice that is used in old and new-world winemaking. This is 100% Semillon from Napa Valley also ferments on the skins for 24 days, giving it structure. It&rsquo;s got tropical notes bursting with lime along with mineral and dried herbs. It would be wonderful alongside your pasta course and would really compliment the creaminess of the burrata cappelletti ravioli.

Value

The beauty of an Italian-inspired wine list is the wide range of prices. There&rsquo;s plenty of affordable bottles on this list for whatever your preference may be. I think the 2017 Guastaferro, &lsquo;Memini&rsquo; would be a great option. It comes from the Campania region and is made from 100% Aglianico grapes, which are known to produce full-bodied reds. The Guastaferro vineyards are family run and they have vines up to 200 years old. They&rsquo;ve trained their 10-foot vines to grow upwards like trees, so it almost gives off the feeling of a grove with those vines growing overhead, which is so cool. This bottle will have bright red cherry, pepper spice and smoke, with a silky mouthfeel. Pair it with the lamb rack with merk&eacute;n and black-eyed peas to complement the meat and play with the smoky flavors from the spices on the lamb.

Celebratory 

If you&rsquo;re out to celebrate an occasion or just looking to take your night to another level, I&rsquo;d try the 2018 Comando G Tumba del Rey Moro. This is a 100% Garnacha from the Sierra de Gredos mountain range in Spain and is grown from 60-70 year old vines. Winemakers Daniel Landi and Fernando Garcia took interest in exploring the inaccessible vineyard plots scattered through the mountain ranges they had heard about. Through this exploration they located and revived the high-altitude Tumba del Rey Moro plot a few years ago, which had been previously inaccessible and what they refer to as an &ldquo;ancient landslide&rdquo; that had been overgrown with brush. 2018 was a particularly good year for this wine, the weather was nice and cool, and the grapes were very healthy and able to fully ripen. The result is super mineral and stone flavors complimented by delicate floral and herbaceous notes. It&rsquo;s got juicy notes of strawberry and red fruit. This would be incredible alongside their pappardelle with morel &amp; oyster mushroom ragu.

RT: Sam Thank you so much for all your great suggestions and helping us navigate Lyla Lila&rsquo;s wine list. I can&rsquo;t wait to go try them myself. &nbsp;

To our audience, thank you all for joining us here on CorkRules.

If you would like us to review one of your favorite restaurants, please send us email to: <a href="mailto:Info@corkrules.Com">Info@CorkRules.Com</a> 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.&nbsp;

And finally, drink what you love and please make sure you drink responsibly.

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