Steely and racy, with intense mineral and savory herb notes that are balanced against ripe apple, peach and kiwifruit flavors. A mix of concentrated creaminess and spice lingers on the satiny finish. Drink now through 2038. 250 cases made, 50 cases imported.??–KM??Region: Germany / Mosel Select to Add

A 2005 Brauneberger Juffer Riesling Auslese offers a refined impression of slate from its nose to finish. Grapefruit and pineapple contribute juicy, generous, bright fruit. Like its Graacher Himmelreich counterpart, this simply needs time to put itself together and – rather unusually among 2005 vintage Mosel Rieslings – for its bright acidity to tone down. Also recommended: 2005 Muhlheimer Sonnenlay Riesling “Zeppelin” ($16.00; 85), 2005 Riesling Classic ($18.00; 86), 2005 Graacher Domprobst Riesling Kabinett feinherb ($26.00; 85+?), 2005 Riesling ($18.00; 85), 2005 Brauneberger Juffer Riesling Kabinett ($25.00; 86+?).Importer: Langdon-Shiverick Cleveland, OH; tel. (216) 861-6800

As with many of these ausleses, this wine is still young, as its yeasty flavors show. The sweetness is balanced with high acidity. It is fresh, with flavors of ripe sweet apples and crisp oranges. ——R.V.(1/1/2004)—— 91