1999 Gunderloch Nackenheimer Rothenberg Riesling Auslese

Smells of marzipan, distilled apricot and blood oranges. Comes onto the palate as a rich glob of apricot preserve and marmalade. Very thick and rich, but without the polish, focus or verve exhibited by the Spatlese. Needs to come to terms with its botrytis: the esterous finish is quite spiritous.