Heinz Eifel
Spätlese Riesling
Mosel, Germany
When it's well above 70° in December you have to get creative with the refreshing whites. Opens with enough petrol you'll have cause for concern that it's dangerous to drink. Lime and peach work their way in while the petrol eventually mellows to paraffin wax. Coats the palate with the sweetness and consistency of a melted Fla•vor•ice, and just as you're about to cringe from drowning in the cloying sugar you're saved by a last gasp of bright acidity.
When it's well above 70° in December you have to get creative with the refreshing whites. Opens with enough petrol you'll have cause for concern that it's dangerous to drink. Lime and peach work their way in while the petrol eventually mellows to paraffin wax. Coats the palate with the sweetness and consistency of a melted Fla•vor•ice, and just as you're about to cringe from drowning in the cloying sugar you're saved by a last gasp of bright acidity.
1 person found it helpfulDec 13th, 2016
Color of light yellow with golden hue on the rim. Nose of stringent petroleum, wax, some green apple, crayon, and some roasted nutty notes. Taste of concentrated sweetness like mangos and caramel, dressed by subtle acidity like citrus, a bit of apple, and a touch of flavors from the nose. Very straightforward and obvious. Aftertaste is medium short, dominated by sweetness and sourness of green apple. For people who will like to know why Riesling has nose of petroleum and bee wax, this is the one to try and learn.
Color of light yellow with golden hue on the rim. Nose of stringent petroleum, wax, some green apple, crayon, and some roasted nutty notes. Taste of concentrated sweetness like mangos and caramel, dressed by subtle acidity like citrus, a bit of apple, and a touch of flavors from the nose. Very straightforward and obvious. Aftertaste is medium short, dominated by sweetness and sourness of green apple. For people who will like to know why Riesling has nose of petroleum and bee wax, this is the one to try and learn.
Oct 15th, 2016This is a VERY sweet wine and was almost undrinkable for me.
This is a VERY sweet wine and was almost undrinkable for me.
Apr 20th, 2015Classic Mosel, petroleum and peach/stone fruit.
Classic Mosel, petroleum and peach/stone fruit.
Nov 21st, 2014Sweet with a little acidity. Mosel valley.
Sweet with a little acidity. Mosel valley.
Aug 11th, 2014
Fantastic easy drinking spatlese riesling at a great price. Sweet but balanced with nice acidity. Nice easy fruit with a touch of citrus. Simple, easy finish. Love it with sushi!
Fantastic easy drinking spatlese riesling at a great price. Sweet but balanced with nice acidity. Nice easy fruit with a touch of citrus. Simple, easy finish. Love it with sushi!
Aug 6th, 20142011, Heinz Eifel, Riesling Spatlese, Mosel. 12 dollar Spatlese at Whole foods. Good every night drinker. Paired really well with spicy, coconut curry.
2011, Heinz Eifel, Riesling Spatlese, Mosel. 12 dollar Spatlese at Whole foods. Good every night drinker. Paired really well with spicy, coconut curry.
Crisp and Citrus, Dry, Smooth, buttery hint of sweet
Crisp and Citrus, Dry, Smooth, buttery hint of sweet
Apr 2nd, 2014