There’s admirable ripeness and concentration here but the confected nature of the fruit is distracting. Finishes a bit past short, with a mixed berry note. Best served on its own. ——W.E.(6/1/2010)—— 85

In really warm years like 2006, wines from the cool Saar valley often excel. This offering shows crisp, refreshing acidity to balance its residual sugar and classic flavors of green apple, lime and pineapple. Under it all is a firm foundation of slate-driven minerality and a fine, linear structure.——J.C.(8/1/2008)—— 90

Petrol, cream and almond. Coarse finish. 1,500 cases made.??–BS??Region: Germany / Mosel-Saar-Ruwer Select to Add

Strong matchstick aromas can’t hide overripe melon flavors and a heavy, dull mouthfeel. This wine tastes as if the fruit was baked, and as a result it lacks zip and vitality. ——J.C.(11/1/2004)—— 82