Held for several months in bottle before release
It is a combination of 95% Mourvédre and 5% Grenache sourced from the Happy Canyon of Santa Barbara AVA
The palate is vibrant with fine-grained tannins and a persistent acidity that frame the juicy fruit flavors as they flow into a refreshing finish
this puppy just glides over the palate and is a joy to drink
Austrian Riesling is often defined by elevated levels of dry extract thanks to a lengthy ripening period and freshness due to dramatic temperature swings between day and night
Fritz Haag - Brauneberger Juffer Sonnenuhr Riesling Auslese Goldkapsel 2005 (750ml) Coal River Valey Held for several months inCritical Acclaim 95 points Wine Spectator Pure and expressive. A mix of slate and nectarine flavors, verging on passion fruit, highlights this lithe yet dense Riesling. Ripe and succulent 94 points Vinous IWC Fine bouquet of candied papaya, ginger and lemon oil, with a whiff of botrytis. The rich, juicy pineapple fruit and subtle, creamy texture harmonize nicely within a framework of elegant acidity. Crisp slate animates the long finish. 93 points