Dr. Ohnacker Weingut Schmitt Guntersblumer Kreuzkapelle Beerenauslese 1975
A remarkable and rare bottling, this 1975 Beerenauslese originates from the historic Guntersblumer Kreuzkapelle vineyard in Germany's esteemed Rheinhessen region. Produced by the Dr. Ohnacker Weingut Schmitt, this wine is a testament to a legendary vintage and the meticulous craft of German winemaking.
The 1975 vintage is widely regarded as an exceptional year in Germany, characterized by ideal weather conditions that allowed for the development of high-quality grapes with perfect ripeness. These conditions were particularly favorable for producing outstanding Beerenauslese wines, where grapes are left on the vine to achieve maximum sugar concentration, often aided by the desirable noble rot, Botrytis cinerea.
Guntersblumer Kreuzkapelle, named after a former cross chapel, is a single vineyard site known for its nutrient-rich loess and clay soils, which provide excellent conditions for cultivating expressive wines. This specific terroir imparts a unique character to the grapes, which is elegantly expressed in this aged Beerenauslese.
This wine represents the pinnacle of the Prädikatswein quality classification. The term Beerenauslese, meaning "berry selection," signifies that the wine was crafted from individually selected, overripe grapes, resulting in a naturally sweet and concentrated dessert wine. These wines are celebrated for their complexity, richness, and extraordinary aging potential. The meticulous, hands-on harvesting process makes Beerenauslese a rare and treasured commodity.
Presented in its original bottle, this 1975 edition from Weingut Schmitt Dr. Ohnacker is a collector's piece. The traditional labeling and capsule are indicative of its era, preserving the heritage of the estate. Given its age and the stellar reputation of the 1975 vintage for German sweet wines, this Beerenauslese is a rare find for any serious connoisseur or collector of fine wines.
Label paper and cork sleever are not in a good state, unfortunately.
Visual Elements:
Neck/Capsule: Creamy white capsule with thin red stripes at top and bottom edges. Faint, repeating ornamental patterns (flourishes) in light grey/blue on the main body. The brand name is in a sans-serif or simple serif style.
Upper/Mid Label: A decorative, shield-shaped label. Features a central coat of arms with a red shield containing two white stylized "SO" or similar initials, topped with a crown/helmet, and flanked by red floral/leafy patterns. The text "1973er" is in a large, bold serif font.
Lower Label: Irregularly shaped, aged paper label. At its top center, it features the same red shield coat of arms / emblem as on the mid-label.
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