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Egon Müller
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The undisputed king of Riesling and the pinnacle of German viticulture.
About Egon Müller
- Wines listed
- 2
- Main grapes
- Riesling
The most legendary Mosel estate on the Scharzhofberg in the Saar, producing the world's most expensive dry white wines: Scharzhofberger Trockenbeerenauslese and Eiswein.
Who Is This For?
Ideal for serious collectors and connoisseurs seeking the ultimate expression of Riesling and terroir.
Wines of Egon Müller
Frequently Asked Questions
- Why are Egon Müller wines so expensive?
- The wines command high prices due to their extreme rarity, legendary aging potential, and status as the world's benchmark for Riesling — a 2003 Scharzhofberger Trockenbeerenauslese sold at auction for over 12,000 euros per bottle.
- What makes the Scharzhofberg vineyard special?
- Scharzhofberg is a unique monopole-like site in the Saar with Devonian slate soil and a perfect microclimate that imparts distinctive minerality, precision, and longevity to the grapes.
- Do Egon Müller wines pair well with Japanese cuisine?
- Yes, the high acidity and delicate sweetness of these Rieslings pair exceptionally well with refined Japanese dishes like sushi, tempura, and kaiseki.
- How long can these wines be aged?
- Top-tier Egon Müller Rieslings possess extraordinary longevity and can easily age for several decades under proper cellar conditions.
- How long has the estate been producing wine?
- The estate's history traces back to 1797, when the Scharzhof vineyard passed from church ownership to the Koch/Müller family in the aftermath of the French Revolution, and it remains family-run today.