Originating in parcels near the boundary with Loiben, Alzinger’s 2006 Riesling Federspiel Durnstein. offers some Chablis-like carnal and mineral mystery as well as the peppery pungency one associates with much Durnstein and Loiben terroir. This is quite delicate for the vintage, with admirable clarity, and a fascinating, palate coating, mineral-dominated finish. I have a strong intuition that it will be even better after 2-3 years in bottle. The most exciting collection I have thus far tasted at this address – like a number of those in the Wachau – departs from the script that was written very early, touting 2006 as a “Gruner Veltliner vintage.”Importer: Terry Theise Estate Selections, imported by Michael Skurnik Wines, Inc., Syosset, NY; tel. (516) 677-9300