2008 Gunderloch Nackenheimer Rothenberg Riesling Auslese (Previously $58)

94 points Robert Parker's Wine Advocate: "The Gunderloch 2008 Nackenheimer Rothenberg Riesling Auslese represents a November harvest, after which no further nobly sweet wine was brought in until February, and then with T.B.A.-level must weights. Like this year’s Spatlese, this Auslese is strongly marked by its spontaneous fermentation, but behind that are seemingly equal proportions of quince, pear, and peach preserves, allied to green tea and sweet lily- and peony-like perfume that follow all the way through to a sensationally long, unctuous finish. In contrast with the corresponding Spatlese, though, this preserves a vivacious fresh orange brightness, and its acidity and extract manage to keep the impression of sweetness from pushing quite so far toward the limit, even though impressions of marzipan and honey are definitely part of its finish. Agnes Hasselbach maintains that it needs until early 2010 to really reveal its personality. Perhaps, but I’m convinced already, and would anticipate its being worth following for 25-30 years." 92 points Wine Spectator: "A lovely expression of apple, honey and grapefruit flavors, balanced with light sweetness and bright structure. A touch of lemon graces the finish. Best from 2014 through 2025. 300 cases made." (04/10)