2003 Spreitzer - Oestricher Lenchen Riesling Auslese

(for 375 ml.) Here we enter the realm of shriveled berries and botrytis, yet the wine is more buoyant and elegant, as well as less obviously substantial and crammed with fruit than this year's Spatlese 303. Honey, pear nectar and subtly caramelized yellow plum accented by brown spices and a refreshing, invigorating saltiness. Ravishing in its length and refinement. 2 stars.