Gerd Anselmann
Spätlese Pfalz Riesling
Pfalz, Germany
Riesling, either you love or hate it. The wine is typically high acid and sweet - but notable in that it's highly expressive of the "terroir" it's grown in. Cooler climates impart apple and tree fruit flavors while warmer climates produce more citrus notes. German Rieslings are typically sweeter, on average, and have a great capacity for aging, due in part to the acidity and chemical makeup of the wine compounds. Low alcohol sweeter Rieslings, (like this one at 9.5%), pair well with spicy or richer foods. This one is young and could stand a year or two in the bottle. ~$17 | #riesling #pfalz #totalwine
On the eyes: Deep bright yellow, clear, light stain, light tears. No gas/floc.
On the nose: Green apple, honeysuckle, meyer lemon zest, hint of vanilla, and paraffin.
On the mouth: Med+ acid, med tannin, low alcohol, a lot of residual sugars gives the wine a pleasant sweetness and med+ body. Stewed brown sugared apples, honey, vanilla, and white flowers. Crisp light finish. Drink it cold!
Riesling, either you love or hate it. The wine is typically high acid and sweet - but notable in that it's highly expressive of the "terroir" it's grown in. Cooler climates impart apple and tree fruit flavors while warmer climates produce more citrus notes. German Rieslings are typically sweeter, on average, and have a great capacity for aging, due in part to the acidity and chemical makeup of the wine compounds. Low alcohol sweeter Rieslings, (like this one at 9.5%), pair well with spicy or richer foods. This one is young and could stand a year or two in the bottle. ~$17 | #riesling #pfalz #totalwine
On the eyes: Deep bright yellow, clear, light stain, light tears. No gas/floc.
On the nose: Green apple, honeysuckle, meyer lemon zest, hint of vanilla, and paraffin.
On the mouth: Med+ acid, med tannin, low alcohol, a lot of residual sugars gives the wine a pleasant sweetness and med+ body. Stewed brown sugared apples, honey, vanilla, and white flowers. Crisp light finish. Drink it cold!