2017 Saarburg RIESLING FEINHERB

Vintage: 2017
AP. No.: 10-18
Soil: Devonian slate and diabase
Harvest Method: 100% hand-picked
Origin of Grapes: 100% estate grown
Vinification: 100% in neutral Fuder barrels
Style:    semi-dry

Tasting Notes:

Alluring notes of peach, honey and lime blossom croon a mildly sweet love song from a smoky, mineral stage. Creamy citrus flavors of grapefruit and lemon zest are draped over a well-fitting and racy dress. Medium-bodied, with a suggestive sweetness that develops into juicy, balanced yet still graceful flavors redolent of apricot and apple, with savory herbal accents. A lingering citrus finish fades just as the curtain closes on the final lingering smoky finish. Drinking beautifully now and will continue to improve and develop over the next 5-10 years.

Serving Suggestions:

The playful grace and spoonful of sugar deliver an unparalleled versatility when it comes to food pairing. Try a fine sashimi, cured salmon or spicy Asian fare such as pad Thai, heavy on the fresh crunchy vegetables and noodles.

Analyses:

Alcohol:    10.0 % vol
Residual Sugar:    19.4 g/l
Total Acidity:        7.3 g/l

Awards and Accolades:

John Gilman : 90+ points

Robert Parker: 90-92 points

James Suckling: 92 points