This lovely auslese starts with scents of bergamot, apple and slate, then delivers full-bore pineapple and supersweet apple flavors on the plate. Despite the intense sweetness, the wine is wonderfully balanced, thanks to zippy, pink grapefruit-like acids. Imported by Valckenberg International, Inc. ——J.C.(2/1/2006)—— 92

The sweetish 2002 Riesling Auslese Scharzhofberger displays a spicy nose and supple, satin-textured character. It is light to medium-bodied offering sweet tea flavors. Drink it over the next 12 years. Importer: Valckenberg International, Tulsa, OK; tel. (918) 622-0424