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Dr. Hermann Riesling Trocken 2017 750ml

size
750ml
country
Germany
VM
89
WE
89
W&S
88
Additional vintages
VM
89
Rated 89 by Vinous Media
This Gutsriesling, raised in traditional fuder, is sourced principally from Erdener Herrenberg and Losnicher Forsterlay, along with some Kinheimer Hubertuslay. “It’s almost a shame,” said Hermann, “considering how highly rated some of these holdings are, especially in Losnich; but otherwise we wouldn’t have enough juice for a base wine.” He might have added, “especially not in a year with such low yields.” Brightly juicy, tart-edged apple and lime make for an invigorating, almost exhilarating impression, while gloss and extract provide much-needed buffering. The tongue-tingling finish lays down an impressive accumulation of slate. Incidentally, Hermann typically lightly chaptalizes this cuvee, and 2017 was no exception. But the bit more alcoholic body that was thereby added has probably helped contribute further buffering. ... More details
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Dr. Hermann Riesling Trocken 2017 750ml

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From their own grapes only and from top vineyards in Lösnich and Kinheim but also some parts of the Treppchen and...
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Varietal: Riesling

Although they originated in Germany's beautiful Rhine Valley, the Riesling grape soon spread around the world, where it thrives in many countries with a colder climate which can support this pale and unique grapes. Riesling grapes are considered one of the finest varietals on earth, capable of expressing fascinating features of the soil type they are grown on, resulting in some highly interesting wines with plenty to offer those who are looking for something different. Riesling grapes are also noted for their aromas, which tend to be highly perfumed, floral and often with smoky notes accentuating their unusual flavor Because this was always the predominant grape grown in Germany and other such countries, Riesling wineries have always been keen to experiment with its range. This has resulted in dry white wines, sparkling wines, semi sweet wines and several others, but the finest examples are usually considered to be the Riesling dessert wines. These are occasionally made with unusual processes, including the 'eiswine' method, in which the grapes are allowed to freeze in the early frosts, or by allowing the development of 'noble rot', which withers the grapes and results in some truly spectacular and unusual flavors.
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Country: Germany

If German wine has had something of a bad reputation in the past, it may well be the fault of the fact that for a long time now, the Germans have simply kept all the best produce to themselves. Visit any town or village in wine producing regions of Germany, and you'll be faced with a stunning array of extremely high quality wines, each matched with local dishes and full of distinct character and flavor. As white wine production makes up for about two-thirds of all Germany's wine industry, this is by far the most visible and widely enjoyed type of wine, but one should not overlook the quality and range of rosé and red wines on offer from this fascinating country. In particular, the Spatburgunder wines (the German name for Pinot Noir) are generally of an exceptionally high quality, being full of dark, intense hedgerow fruit flavors and exciting spicy notes with a silky smooth finish.