1999 Dalsheimer Hubacker Auslese
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A sun-blessed summer ensured full ripeness of fruit, and rain just before the harvest provided Klaus Keller with the botrytis he wished for in order to produce his ideal of a Grosses Gewächs. This is also reflected in the wine’s deep golden colour with orange hue on the rim. A hint of kerosene indicates advanced maturity, while an animating fragrance of caramel reflects the heat of the summer. On the palate acidity keeps a low profile, leaving plenty of scope for rich texture and full flavour enhanced by a sweet nuance of caramel. A gentle bitterness of apple peel adds complexity but also indicates the onset of oxidation. Still enjoyable but should be drunk soon. (MS)
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Jancis Robinson MW
About the producer
Based in the Rheinhessen, Keller is one of the finest Riesling producers in the world, and has set the benchmark for German Pinot Noir.