🏰 The 2016 vintage in Rheingau presented challenges with fungal pressure, but Peter Jakob Kühn, a certified biodynamic winery since 2004, successfully navigated these conditions, extending the sweet wine harvest into December to achieve optimal concentration. The resulting wines, despite marginally lower sugar and acidity than 2015, displayed efficacious acids and a remarkable equilibrium and finesse, reflecting the vintage's contrasting weather patterns. This Beerenauslese is a lusciously sweet, high-acid, and low-alcohol dessert wine, crafted from individually selected, noble rot-affected grapes for intense sweetness and concentrated flavours. Expect a complex bouquet of dried apricots, mango, plums, raisins, honey, and marmalade, complemented by citrus notes like lemon and grapefruit peel. Hints of pineapple, honeysuckle, and even a touch of petrol can emerge, with aged examples sometimes showing tertiary aromas of smoked ham. The palate offers a beautiful balance of vibrant acidity and rich sweetness, leading to a long, expressive finish. 【96 Parker points】 🍴 A classic pairing for this sweet Riesling is a selection of fine cheeses, particularly pungent blue cheeses, which stand up to its intensity. It also harmonises wonderfully with a variety of desserts such as fruit tarts, crème brûlée, flan, poached pears, or macadamia nut cheesecake. For a more adventurous pairing, its high acidity and sweetness can surprisingly complement rich, spicy Asian dishes, cutting through their richness and enhancing their flavours. 🥂 This exquisite Beerenauslese is perfect for special celebrations, marking significant milestones, or as a luxurious conclusion to a gourmet meal. It also serves beautifully as a contemplative "meditation wine" to be savoured on its own.