Source: Zachys
Consumption Date:
5/5/2012
Notes: Mild floral
aroma with hints of minerals, ripe fruit (apple), and a faint “animal”
aroma. Light bodied with distinct floral
and mineral notes as well as ripe fruit (white peach, apple, white grape) with
a suggestion of sweetness. Succulent
acidity leads into a moderate finish of fruit, flowers, and minerals.
This wine has been a
complete surprise and, frankly, I’m not quite sure what to make of it. While it clearly has all of the flavor
components I associate with Riesling, its lightness makes it seem almost
insubstantial and the flavor components are mostly fleeting and hard to pin
down. As such, it stands in stark
contrast to the Auslesen I am used to drinking, as it is not as full, sweet,
and unctuous as those. On the other
hand, this is clearly a well made wine and despite its “lightness”, the
flavors are intriguing and compelling.
Overall, the effect is ethereal and quite enjoyable. A Terry Theise selection. Average to good value.
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