2000 Graacher Himmelreich Riesling Auslese
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Candied lemon, baked apple and an unusual note of blueberry expressively scent this Auslese. Intense apple and blue fruit flavors are tempered by a singed, smoky edge and tart fruit skin character. The mouth feel is creamy and polished. The finish introduces a spiritous twist to the fruit, subtly signaling botrytis, and a cinnamon bun character of brown spice and primary yeastiness. A piquant botrytis note in the finish is almost bitter, but attractive in the context of such honeyed richness and abundant fruit. 1 star.
About the producer
Joh. Jos. Prüm is the benchmark estate of the Middle Mosel, renowned for Rieslings of exceptional delicacy, precision, and longevity. From the legendary slopes of Wehlener Sonnenuhr to Graacher Himmelreich, their wines capture a singular balance of lightness, tension and mineral purity.