2018 Graacher Domprobst Spatlese auction 13 18
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AP number 05 19. Not as marked by spontaneous fermentation as the Himmelreich, but riper, almost tropical on the nose – pineapple. On the palate, those same tropical flavours and with what seems like lower acidity. Barley sugar and honey on the finish. More luscious than the Himmelreich, but I prefer the more pronounced freshness of that wine, even if this is equally seductive. Cool and long. (JH)
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Julia Harding MW, jancisrobinson.com
Julia Harding MW, jancisrobinson.com
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This has a wicked reductive edge now, so either donât touch this for a long time, or let it open up in the glass (or, yes, decanter!). When it does finally give way, soak up the amazing, stoney nuances, freshly squeezed Japanese plums and Korean pears. Medium-bodied and tightly constructed on the palate, bound by a flinty texture with pointed acidity and crunchy lemon zest. Medium-long on the finish. Drink in 2024.
Delicate and dusty, almost smoky grapefruit aroma. Pure, zinging lemon fruit, sings with a clear citrus voice and the sweetness is barely visible in its perfect balance. Immense purity and delicacy even if it is primary now. (JH)