Hugel et Fils
Classic Riesling
France
I’ve kept this in our collection just chilling for 6 years. And ya know what…it was worth the wait. This isn’t anything special really but the time has brought out those “aged Riesling” qualities that I was hoping for. For $19 at bqe…it’s a good deal if you have the space to stash a bottle properly for more than just a few years. Nose: stretch Armstrong, GI Joe right out of the box, the McDonalds happy meal toy right after you rip open the plastic wrap. But also some sweet ripe citrus. Body/structure/palette: medium body, ripe peachy stone fruit boldness, that petrol is fuckin there but it’s not overwhelming. There’s some peach dum dums happening. Lingering mouth feel. Finish is pretty long with a hint of sour bitterness and candied yellow fruits. I need to do this with more Alsace Riesling and let it sit for 6+ years!!
I’ve kept this in our collection just chilling for 6 years. And ya know what…it was worth the wait. This isn’t anything special really but the time has brought out those “aged Riesling” qualities that I was hoping for. For $19 at bqe…it’s a good deal if you have the space to stash a bottle properly for more than just a few years. Nose: stretch Armstrong, GI Joe right out of the box, the McDonalds happy meal toy right after you rip open the plastic wrap. But also some sweet ripe citrus. Body/structure/palette: medium body, ripe peachy stone fruit boldness, that petrol is fuckin there but it’s not overwhelming. There’s some peach dum dums happening. Lingering mouth feel. Finish is pretty long with a hint of sour bitterness and candied yellow fruits. I need to do this with more Alsace Riesling and let it sit for 6+ years!!
Jan 17th, 2025
Pear flavor, enough acidity. 2015 @1150x6, wine plus - XH, 200512-200517
Pear flavor, enough acidity. 2015 @1150x6, wine plus - XH, 200512-200517
May 12th, 2020
Nose of grapefruit and red apple of medium intensity. Hints of honey and kerosene, developing wine.
Dry with medium(+) acidity, medium alcohol and body. Medium finish.
Good quality, drink it now, not suitable for further ageing.
Nose of grapefruit and red apple of medium intensity. Hints of honey and kerosene, developing wine.
Dry with medium(+) acidity, medium alcohol and body. Medium finish.
Good quality, drink it now, not suitable for further ageing.
