2005 Saarburger Rausch Trockenbeerenauslese

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Tasting notes
Score 97/100 · David Schildknecht, Wine Advocate, Oct 2006

The nose of Zilliken’s 2005 Saarburger Rausch Riesling Trockenbeerenauslese A.P. #1, which will be auctioned, acts like vinous smelling salts. Candied pineapple, apricot jam and lemon oil are prominent in the nose, and those themes – along with tropical and dried and caramelized pit fruits, lemon meringue, and fresh grapefruit – are carried onto a palate of eszencia-like viscosity and glyceral richness. Yet this wine is not in the least cuddly or plush, it’s formidably dense to the point of firmness and is not the least bit heavy but rather delicate and soaring. Also recommended: 2005 Riesling ($16.00; 85+?). Importer: Rudi Wiest, Cellars International, Carlsbad, CA; tel. 800-596-9463

Critic scores

Critic scores
97
97/100

Average Score

19
19/20

Jancis Robinson MW

97
97/100

David Schildknecht, Wine Advocate

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19 points
Jancis Robinson MW
Score 19/20 · Drink 2012-2035, Jancis Robinson MW, Jul 2006

Wonderfully expressive nose. So smooth and caressing. Wonderfully ripe! Masses of acidity but not so obvious. Extraordinary richness. (JR)

About the producer

Forstmeister Geltz-Zilliken
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Grape Blend

Riesling

Colour

White

Taste

Sweet

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