Beautiful now with nine years of age, and a perfect reminder that Auslese does not need to be ancient to be profound. Nose shows white cherry, wild mint, a tiny petrol edge, mushroom, honey and pure Nahe terroir expression. Palate is luscious and honeyed, with that icing-on-cake texture, but still mouthwatering and balanced. 2017 is not a ripping acid vintage, so the richness gets to show, but there is enough freshness to keep everything alive. The finish has the savory foie gras terrine quality that great Auslese should have. Gorgeous bottle, drinking beautifully now.
Beautiful now with nine years of age, and a perfect reminder that Auslese does not need to be ancient to be profound. Nose shows white cherry, wild mint, a tiny petrol edge, mushroom, honey and pure Nahe terroir expression. Palate is luscious and honeyed, with that icing-on-cake texture, but still mouthwatering and balanced. 2017 is not a ripping acid vintage, so the richness gets to show, but there is enough freshness to keep everything alive. The finish has the savory foie gras terrine quality that great Auslese should have. Gorgeous bottle, drinking beautifully now.
May 17th, 2026
Nahe, Germany
