2018 Maximin Grunhaus Herrenberg Grosses Gewachs (Auction)
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In a classic expression of Herrenberg, we have here pungently penetrating aromatics and bright, tangy, lightly prickly and resinous palate presence of lime, red currant, sage and a hint of nettle. At 12.5% alcohol, this sappily concentrated bottling exhibits a slightly greater sense of stuffing and breadth than its vintage 2017 predecessor. There is even an impression of glycerol-richness, which serves as a complementary contrast with the wine’s tongue-tingling prickle, persistent brightness and abundant juiciness. The subtly smoke-tinged finish is admirably sustained and genuinely refreshing.
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Jancis Robinson MW
James Suckling
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Quite shy at first on the nose with some poised honeycomb, dried-jasmine, five-spice and dried-papaya character. Full-bodied and very spicy, this has a discernible sensation of off-dryness, but the acidity is balanced and agile. Drink now or hold.
The three Maximin Grünhaus GGs may lie in immediate vicinity of each other, but they all exhibit remarkable individuality. The Herrenberg does not have quite the opulence of the Abtsberg, but shows the greatest complexity, as fruit, fresh herbal aromas and a subtle mineral piquancy get equal billing. The fruit is ripe without being too sweet, healthy acidity and a fine phenolic touch add definition to the finish. (MS)
The 2018 Maximin Grünhaus Herrenberg Riesling Trocken GG offers a more intense and fruity bouquet compared to the Bruderberg GG and reveals toasted bacon notes along with pure stony aromas and concentrated Riesling fruit. Rich and juicy yet well-structured and very mineral on the palate, this is a firmly structured baby of a GG that needs a long time to unfold its talents and reduce its baby richness and fruit. The release date is September 1, 2019; magnums will be sold in the auction in Trier in later September. Tasted from AP 7 19 in June 2019.