Dr. Rowald Hepp, the managing director of Schloss Vollrads, reported that 2018 was the earliest vintage on record at Schloss Vollrads, and that even the first grapes in were picked at Kabinett levels. That intensity is on full display in this QbA, so dense it feels creamy at first. As it sits in the glass, it begins to unpack all its detail, unraveling notes of quince blossoms and green apple, pink grapefruit and rhubarb. At the same time, the acidity tightens it up, leaving the wine feeling refreshing and elegant.