A salty, mineral edge to this white keeps it focused, while the lively acidity helps push the apple, lime and slate flavors to a lingering conclusion. Drink now through 2025. (2/ 2010)
Dusty crushed stone, fresh lemon, pear, quince, chamomile, and cardamom scent the von Hovel 2008 Oberemmeler Hutte Riesling Spatlese, which comes to the palate delicate, subtly creamy in texture, and--paradoxically--tasting drier than the corresponding Kabinett. Hints of green apple and gooseberry on the palate help balance the sweetness and serve for invigoration, although as in a number of instances in this collection, also engender a certain sweet-sour tension. There is plenty of persistence here, and I expect this will prove delightful for at least the next 6-8 years. (2/ 2010)
We recently tasted this wonderful Spatlese and were reminded just how good well-made German Rieslings are, especially at this price! Normally $25, we had to have it and knew many of you would jump on this one as well. It's showing beautifuly at the moment with aromas and flavors of soft orchard fruits and slatey minerals along with a wonderfully vibrant, medium-bodied palate with a crisp, minerally finish. Ideal with grilled shrimp, white meats, ham, Asian style dishes or on its own. A terrific deal.
Below is a listing of the wine review scores we frequently reference in our notes. While these sources remain an excellent source of information, we always recommend that you trust your own palate. Scores in these publications often represent the personal taste of an individual critic, which may not always coincide with your own. We have a huge team of excellent wine professionals that can match wines you've had in the past with new arrivals that meet your flavor profile.
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2002 Hauth-Kerpen Wehlener Sonnenuhr Riesling Kabinett $19.99
1991 Max Ferdinand Richter Graacher Himmelreich Riesling Kabinett $24.99
2003 Zilliken Saarburger Rausch Riesling Spätlese $32.99
2003 Fritz Haag Brauneberger Juffer Sonnenuhr Riesling Auslese Goldkapsel #9 (Previously $90) $49.99
2002 Hermann Dönnhoff Oberhauser Brucke Spätlese $69.99
