2000 Franz Hirtzberger Riesling Hochrain Smaragd

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Score 92/100 · Drink 2005-2015, Pierre Rovani, Jun 2002

The 2000 Riesling Smaragd Hochrain exhibits sweet, honeyed mineral and herbal tea scents. This powerful, intense offering is pure, dense, rich, and plump. Waves of minerals and pears can be found in its concentrated character. Projected maturity: 2005-2015. Importer: Vin Divino, Chicago, IL; tel. (773) 334-6700

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92
92/100

Pierre Rovani

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David Schildknecht, Vinous
Drink 0-0, David Schildknecht, Vinous

Apple jelly and fresh apricot on the nose. In the mouth, white peach and apricot acquire vividly bright lemon and subtle white pepper accents. This is bracing and dynamic for being at the same time imposingly rich in texture and almost overripe. Potential 2 stars.

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Franz Hirtzberger
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White

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Dry

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