The coolish, precise and elegant 2017 Berncasteler Doctor Riesling Sp?tlese (AP 3 18) opens to very fine tropical fruit aromas intermixed with the smoky scents of crushed black rocks. Lush and finessed on the palate, this is a firmly structured, very elegant and persistently mineral Doctor Sp?tlese whose salty-piquant finish and fine, crystalline structure develops enormous length and tension but also finesse and a highly elaborate style. Highly stimulating. Tasted in March 2019.

This expressive version sports notes of coconut, mango and juicy apple, all linked by lively acidity. Shows a bit of a yeasty character midpalate, but this should blow off in several years. Those who are patient will be rewarded. Best from 2021 through 2034. 150 cases made, 40 cases imported.??–AZ??Region: Germany / Mosel Select to Add