Discover a rare and historic collection of six bottles of Mumm’sche Meingutverwaltung (Meinbaudomäne) Johannisberger Klaus Riesling Beerenauslese 1971, an iconic sweet Riesling from one of the Rheingau’s most prestigious vineyard sites. The legendary 1971 vintage—considered one of the greatest in German wine history—produced extraordinary noble-sweet wines of immense concentration, purity, and longevity. This Beerenauslese from the famed Johannisberger Klaus vineyard offers exquisite richness, botrytis intensity, honeyed depth, and crystalline acidity. With over 50 years of graceful maturation, these bottles represent a rare opportunity for collectors seeking exceptional noble-sweet German Riesling from a golden era of winemaking.
🍇 Wine Overview
Producer: Mumm’sche Meingutverwaltung (also historically Mumm’sche Weinbaudomäne)
Region: Rheingau, Germany
Vineyard: Johannisberger Klaus — one of the Rheingau’s finest steep-slope sites
Vintage: 1971 — a benchmark vintage for German Riesling
Classification: Beerenauslese (BA) – rich, intensely sweet, botrytis-affected wine
Bottle Size: 750ml (standard Riesling Mosel/Ahr/Rheingau format)
Style: Lusciously sweet noble rot Riesling with tremendous longevity
Current Drinking Window: Outstanding maturity; peak but capable of further development for decades
This is a very rare parcel, as older BA releases from this vineyard are seldom found in multiples.
🍯 Tasting Profile (Typical for 1971 Rheingau BA)
Expect profound maturity, purity and botrytis complexity:
Apricot compote, peach, baked quince
Honey, beeswax, caramelised citrus
Saffron, chamomile, dried herbs
Botrytis richness: ginger, marmalade, spice
Deep slate/mineral backbone from Johannisberger Klaus
Perfectly balanced acidity preserving freshness
Exceptionally long, silky, sweet finish
1971 BA wines are celebrated for their immense concentration, perfect structure, and eternal longevity.
🧠 Why Collectors Want It
Rare Beerenauslese from a prestigious Rheingau Grand Cru–level site
From the legendary 1971 vintage, considered one of the best ever
Exceptional ageing potential even after 50+ years
Noble-sweet Rieslings remain undervalued relative to quality
Six-bottle parcels provide unique vertical and tasting opportunities
Perfect for high-end collections, Michelin wine lists and fine-wine auctions