Frauenberg, Riesling, Grosses Gewächs
    Battenfeld-Spanier

    Frauenberg, Riesling, Grosses Gewächs,

    Destination

    Battenfeld-Spanier, Frauenberg, Riesling, Grosses Gewächs, 2018

    Justerini & Brooks Tasting note
    Battenfeld-Spanier, Frauenberg, Riesling, Grosses Gewächs, 2018

    The limestone soils of Frauenberg produce wines of startling energy and an almost red fruited character. In 2018 this is a hugely deep and fizzing with red berry and stone fruit flavours, a wine of sheer backlit energy, as fruit pith and mineral notes drive across the palate.

    Maturity:
    Keep/Drink
    ABV:
    12.5%
    93/100
    David Schildknecht, Vinous
    The nose exhibits sea breeze, celery seed, sage and smoked meats, collectively suggesting positive reductive influence and triggering the salivary glands. The polished palate is brightly juicy in its fresh, tangy evocation of grapefruit and lime, while perpetuating the mouthwatering salinity and meatiness intimated on the nose. The lingering finish follows suit, for a combination of refreshment and fascination guaranteed to draw you back for repeated sips.
    Date Reviewed:
    11/2020
    Drinking Window:
    2020 - 2030

    specifications

    country:
    Germany
    region:
    Rheinhessen
    Appellation:
    Rheinhessen
    Producer:
    Battenfeld-Spanier
    style:
    White Wine
    Grape Variety:
    Riesling
    Allergen Information:
    This product may contain sulphites. Full allergen information is available upon request, please call our Customer Relations Team on +44 (0)20 7484 6430.