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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Rosé originates from France, specifically Provence - the world’s leading rosé region. It has been produced there since 600 BC when Greeks brought vines to southern France. Unlike its red and white counterparts, rosés are made using an array of grape varietals including Grenache, Syrah, Cinsault among others.

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RT: Hello and Welcome to CorkRules!&nbsp;

A podcast where&nbsp;we review a Wine List from your favorite restaurants. I&rsquo;m your host Robert Tas along with Josh Ardizzoni, certified sommelier and wine consultant

JA: Hey Robert! Happy to be here :)

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 those lists can sometimes be intimidating and even a little daunting.

Our aim is to help prepare you to navigate that list with confidence, find those hidden gems, 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.

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RT: Today we are discussing Dante &ndash; Greenwich Village&rsquo;s legendary Italian-bent caf&eacute;, once crowned &ldquo;World&rsquo;s Best Bar.&rdquo; Although the cocktail program gets so much well-deserved attention, Dante is also a fabulous destination for European-centric food and wine. Josh, I&rsquo;m excited for you to share some favorites from this charming list.

JA:&nbsp; Hello Robert, super excited to delve into Dante. If I close my eyes, I can almost smell the wood fire.

RT: So, this isn&rsquo;t a huge wine list but being so focused on Italy, Spain, and France, there are definitely a lot of unfamiliar offerings for the average diner. Will you walk us through a few recommendations?

JA: Of course! First, what&rsquo;s important to know here is that although the range of wines available on Dante&rsquo;s list is fairly limited, it&rsquo;s been nicely curated down to just those really lovable essentials. When I think of restaurants that feel like this one, I don&rsquo;t need to spend a fortune to have a memorable bottle of wine &ndash; it&rsquo;s more like picking out the right cozy sweater out of the closet on a cold day. Dante really nails that vibe.

RT: I&rsquo;m always looking for that great bottle with a great story that doesn&rsquo;t need to break the bank. What wines would you recommend that fit right into this experience?

JA: I can&rsquo;t think of a better match for all the gorgeous antipasti on the menu than &ldquo;Monte Grande&rdquo; Soave Classico from the Pra winery &ndash; a really concentrated expression of the Garganega grape from the Veneto region of Northern Italy. Floral, citrusy, textured&hellip; a little bit off the beaten path but this is one of Italy&rsquo;s top white varieties, very well balanced and able to lift up food beautifully.

RT: Soave sounds so interesting. Other special white wines to find here?

JA: Sometimes the best discoveries are about the producer and this list features bottles from really excellent winemakers. I&rsquo;m going for Chardonnay from Saint-V&eacute;ran in southern Burgundy made by husband and wife team Frantz Chagnoleau and Caroline Gon. This is one of the best little estates in the humble Maconnais region and is a great find on a list like this &ndash; playful, quaffable, and above all delicious!

RT: How about for reds? If I&rsquo;m ordering some heartier dishes like the wood-grilled fishes or beef, where do we go?

JA: A terrific value and something interesting is the Menc&iacute;a from Algueira. This is a fresh, vibrant wine from the Northwest of Spain, in Galicia. For me, good Mencia is like Pinot Noir infused with peppery and woodsy herbs, flavors which are a beautiful match for the dishes here. The wine director has also been generous enough to offer a delightful young Barolo expression from one of my favorite producers, G.D. Vajra. Their most open and early-drinking bottling is called &ldquo;Albe&rdquo; and can be found in great little spots like Dante for under $100. That&rsquo;s what I call an opportunity.

RT: It really seems like there are lots of values to be found, and lots of exploring through these European regions to do.

JA: Lists like this where there isn&rsquo;t really any fluff allow you to confidently go out and experiment with the magic of food and wine. Pairings like marinated olives with spicy, floral Fiano or wild boar rag&uacute; with a big rustic red from Priorat are happening here every day. You&rsquo;ve gotta go there, open a few bottles, and eat to your heart&rsquo;s content. That&rsquo;s what it&#39;s all about.

RT: Josh Thank you so much for all your great suggestions and helping us navigate the Dante wine list.

To our audience, thank you all for joining us here on CorkRules.&nbsp; 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.

And finally, drink what you love and please make sure you drink responsibly.

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