A. Christmann, IDIG Spatburgunder GG, Pfalz

Very tight�lots of freshness and structure but the fruit isn�t quite there to support it

Very approachable already. Light ruby red. Expressive nose of cherry and raspberries. On the palate again cherry and subtile oaky spiciness with hints of juniper. Long finish.

Farbe: Rubinrot Nase: rote Frucht Gaumen: Cassis, Sauerkirsche Gesamt: sehr jung, viel Potenzial nach oben

Light ruby in the glass. Nose is incredible, with so many raspberries, tart cherries. While young, this is already so enjoyable! Medium+ acidity, good density, fruit forward in an elegant way with raspberries and red currants; notes of coffee grounds follow, with a medium-long ending that shows fruits and pleasant clove notes. Fantastic wine. Young - sure - and will likely improve with 4-5 years in the bottle. However, with a splash decant this is in an incredible primary stage …

2023 Riesling GG arrivage tasting (Hofgut Ruppertsberg, Deidesheim) : Glass: Zwiesel Universal Fine, deep, herbaceous nose. On the palate very balanced, elegant, herbaceous. Oak not yet fully integrated. Beautiful tension and energy, very long, fruity and herbal finish. 93+

Tried at Weinzentrale Dresden from 75cl. Rust-red, translucent, aged in colour. Just hints of fruitiness remain in the nose but add to the complexity. Smoked ham (Schwarzwald-Style) is dominant in the nose, paired with soil. That Palantine-Heat that I usually compare with a CdR. Great balance in aromas making you not want to stop smelling this wine. The wine has a fresh side, almost youthful, but balances this with noble ripeness to perfection. This is as good as german pinot …