Biondi-Santi 2019 – Brunello di Montalcino

Biondi-Santi 2019 – Brunello di Montalcino

The nose is beautifully structured, frank, fresh, beautifully distinguished. It expresses notes of wild blackberry, bright cherry and bright strawberry combined with touches of cornflower, tobacco as well as discreet hints of lilac, local grove, liquorice stick, balsamic. The palate is beautifully structured, supple, fresh, elegant, airy, delicate and offers gourmandise, pulpiness and brilliance. It…

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Mazzei, Siepi 2022 – Toscana IGT

Mazzei, Siepi 2022 – Toscana IGT

The nose is well-built, deep, spicy, elegant and racy. It reveals notes of wild cassis, black pepper and small notes of concentrated black berries and juniper berries as well as fine hints of pulpy fruit. A fine darkness and a certain density full of finesse. Small hints of aromatic herbs and a subtle hint of…

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Tedeschi – La Fabriseria 2016 – Amarone delle Valpolicella Riserva

Tedeschi – La Fabriseria 2016 – Amarone delle Valpolicella Riserva

The nose is aromatic, deep, spicy/peppery and complex. There are beautiful notes of blueberry, roasted cherry and small notes of crushed blackberry combined with hints of tobacco. The palate is elegant, gourmand, supple, suave, nicely mineral, well-balanced and offers freshness, concentration, roundness, a beautiful finesse of grain, deepness as well as purity. On the palate…

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Ökonomierat Rebholz – Im Sonnenschein – Ganz Horn – Riesling GG 2023

Ökonomierat Rebholz – Im Sonnenschein – Ganz Horn – Riesling GG 2023

Pale lemon colour with perfumed notes of pollen and acacia. The nose is restrained yet aromatic, while the palate reveals high, almost painful acidity and intense minerality. A complex, precise wine with a salty, mineral edge and great ageing potential. Needs time to fully develop

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A. Christmann – Idig – Riesling GG 2023

A. Christmann – Idig – Riesling GG 2023

Pale lemon colour. Restrained nose with mineral and stony notes, the fruit is not yet developed. Oily texture with zesty acidity and a long finish promise excellent ageing potential.

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Dr. Bürklin-Wolf – Gaisböhl Monopole – Riesling GG 2023

Dr. Bürklin-Wolf – Gaisböhl Monopole – Riesling GG 2023

Pale lemon colour. The nose is restrained and still dominated by fermentative aromas. High acidity with powerful, phenolic notes. Slightly bitter and astringent on the palate, suggesting it needs time to develop. Good finish with a complex, bitter edge.

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Philipp Kuhn – Saumagen – Riesling GG 2023

Philipp Kuhn – Saumagen – Riesling GG 2023

Pale lemon colour. Smoky and reductive nose with intense juiciness, but marked by noticeable sulphur at the moment. Tight structure with almost painful acidity, offering a long finish. Needs time to fully integrate and develop. To follow.

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Battenfeld Spanier – Frauenberg – Riesling GG 2023

Battenfeld Spanier – Frauenberg – Riesling GG 2023

Pale lemon colour. Spicy nose with pleasant reduction and hints of oak. Juicy and citrusy on the palate with good concentration and a lot of flavour. Features notes of yellow fruits like apples and apricots and a fantastic length with a mineral lining.

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Wittmann – Kirchspiel – Riesling GG 2023

Wittmann – Kirchspiel – Riesling GG 2023

Pale lemon colour. Floral and spicy nose of honeysuckle and light yeastiness. The palate is very juicy with high concentration and salivating acidity. Shows nice persistence and has excellent ageing potential.

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St. Antony – Pettenthal – Riesling GG 2023

St. Antony – Pettenthal – Riesling GG 2023

Pale lemon colour. Spicy and gingery nose with yeasty notes. The palate is juicy with high acidity f Amalfi lemons, bitter grapefruit zest, and oriental spices. The wine is powerful and warming with a long, succulent finish.

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