Zilliken’s 2005 Saarburger Rausch Riesling Auslese Long Gold Capsule A.P. #6, exhibits significant botrytis character, woven into a nose that features high-toned apple, marzipan, grapefruit, white raisin. and prickly-spice. Layers of fresh, dried, baked and caramelized fruits, suffused with citrus, honey, and vanilla cream make for a dramatically rich, complex and harmonious mouthful of Riesling. The finish – shot through with bright citricity and underlain by wet stone – rolls forcefully across the palate. Also recommended: 2005 Riesling ($16.00; 85+?).Importer: Rudi Wiest, Cellars International, Carlsbad, CA; tel. 800-596-9463