Trimbach Riesling 2007

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Weingut J. & H.A. Strub Niersteiner Paterberg Riesling Spätlese 2003

Blend of two lots (317 & 319) with 100 Oechsle, and lime-lime-lime, a margarita of riesling; the most seductive imaginable tartness, this almost manic wackoid thing like lime scented veal stock with twenty Altoids dissolved in it. more

Dr. Pauly-Bergweiler Noble House Riesling 2007

Noble House Riesling has forward ripe peach and apricot aromas and flavors and reflects the minerality typical of the Middle Moselle slate terrain. Its finish is long and lingering. more

Langwerth von Simmern Erbacher Marcobrunn Riesling Spatlese 2004

Combining full body with refreshing acidity, Marcobrunn wines have an unsurpassed longevity. They need 2-3 years of bottle aging to show their potential. more

Trimbach Riesling 2006

This Riesling is a great classic of Alsace. At once delicate and vital, its intense fruit is given great length by a backcome of crisp acidity producing some of the world's greatest and longest tasting wines. Alsatian Riesling are usually dry, in order to match with food. Riesling is particularly ... more

Domaine Zind Humbrecht Riesling 2007

already showing classic vibrant Riesling aromas, full of fresh flowers, wet stones and a hint of minerals. The palate is elegant, harmonious, feels completely dry and finished on a refreshing acidity. Exactly what this Riesling should be!  more

Reinhard and Beate Knebel Winninger Hamm Riesling Spatlese Trocken 2007

Vineyard: from the core middle terraces of Winninger Hamm. The wines are known for their great balance, minerality, length, subtlety, and very good aging potential. Soil: diverse slate, quartzite. Vinification: skin contact; long, wild-yeast fermentation on fine lees in stainless-steel tanks; no fining. Notes: an underrated site adjacent to Winninger ... more

Reinhard and Beate Knebel Winninger Brückstück Riesling Spätlese Alte Reben Feinherb 2007

Vineyard: from the core “Sternberg” subplot on a lower terrace within Winninger Brückstück. The wines are extremely powerful and finely fruity Rieslings with very good aging potential. Soil: slate and hard sandstone elements. Vinification: skin contact, wild-yeast fermentation on fine lees in stainless-steel tanks; no fining. Notes: an off-dry Riesling ... more

Weingut J. & H.A. Strub Niersteiner Paterberg Riesling Eiswein 2002

This is stunningly great Eiswein, 184 Oechsle, and I swear to you the finish tastes like Cap'n Crunch! A thrall of tropical fruit, an elixir of insanely piquant lavender honey. The greatest sweet wine ever from Rheinstrasse 42; take a bow Wally! more

Sheldrake Point Dry Riesling 2006

The bright, clear straw color in this dry varietal leads into refined aromas of farm fresh peaches, fragrant lime and elegant mineral flavors through its long, clean finish. more

Hogue Late Harvest White Riesling 2008

Hogue has developed a style with Late Harvest White Riesling that includes a moderate level of sweetness, richness, viscosity and crisp balancing acidity with just a hint of complexity from the noble rot, Botrytis cinerea.  more

Milbrandt Vineyards Traditions Riesling 2007

This 2007 Traditions Riesling shows why Eastern Washington is becoming a hub for Riesling. It is ripe, fresh and highly aromatic. The nose combines peaches and apricots. The flavors are rich, lush and juicy. The finish is off dry and balanced.  more