2003 Bernkasteler Badstube Auslese
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2003 has become a frequently condemned vintage because of its generally high sugar and alcohol levels, but recent tastings have revealed a surprising longevity and complexity. The Badstube Auslese is another contender that belies the myth of this vintage’s shortcomings. No doubt that its fruit is very ripe and a certain honeyed sweetness begins to creep in, but still-sound acidity, a gentle herbaceous character and fine mineral expression put plenty of backbone into a generous structure. (MS)
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Jancis Robinson MW
Jancis Robinson MW
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Black cherry, white peach, lime and vanilla in the nose. Toasted nut and alkaline mineral notes accent a sweet mouthful of peach, quince and banana. Creamy yet with underlying mineral firmness and persistent brightness. This split personality, along with the increasingly honeyed, smoky, quince fruit character the wine takes on with air, reminds me of a Loire Valley chenin blanc. Quince jelly, caramelized peach, black cherries in syrup and wet stone inform the long, strong finish. 2 stars.
About the producer
Joh. Jos. Prüm is the benchmark estate of the Middle Mosel, renowned for Rieslings of exceptional delicacy, precision, and longevity. From the legendary slopes of Wehlener Sonnenuhr to Graacher Himmelreich, their wines capture a singular balance of lightness, tension and mineral purity.