Sporting a powerfully expressive, bold nose of liquid minerals and spices, the 2002 Riesling Auslese Monziger Halenberg *** is a medium-bodied wine of exceptional balance, depth, and richness. Almost viscous layers of spice-laden pears, apples, and white peaches are intermingled with honeyed stones in its extensive personality. This powerful, dense, oily-textured, concentrated wine is a candidate for drinking between 2010 and 2030. Chapin Cellars, imported by Billington Imports, Springfield, VA; tel. (703) 455-4700

An outstanding effort, the 2002 Riesling Auslese Monziger Halenberg exhibits a nose of salt, slate, and minerals. This complex, juicy, light to medium-bodied effort is packed with earthy pebbles, liquid stones, and notes of candied lime. It is concentrated, intense, and reveals a long, pure character. Chapin Cellars, imported by Billington Imports, Springfield, VA; tel. (703) 455-4700

Pure and on the dry side, this offers grapefruit, nectarine and peach aromas and flavors matched to a bright structure. A good partner at the table. Drink now through 2012. 210 cases made.??–BS??Region: Germany / Nahe Select to Add