2013 Riesling GC Schlossberg Vendages Tardives Weinbach 37,5cl

Picked on October 19 prior the dry version at 15.8% potential alcohol, the 2013 Riesling Grand Cru Schlossberg Vendange Tardive shows a fresh, lemon- green color and a super clear and precise bouquet. Ripe, lush and nicely concentrated on the filigreed and highly elegant palate, this still discreet VT is structured by its salty taste and its finesse-full, very delicate acidity (8.23 grams per liter). The finish is pure and very mineral. The precision and richness of detail makes this a gothic Riesling cathedral. Simply excellent and still on its way. (The wine was bottled with 10.74% alcohol and 89.9 grams per liter residual sugar.)

Pale, gold-tinged yellow. Fresh aromas and flavors of tropical fruits, lime and flowers are lifted by a delicate mineral overlay. Bright, dense and juicy in the mouth, with ripe, integrated acidity giving the middle palate a sappy quality and noteworthy finesse. Finishes with repeating notes of tropical fruits and a touch of tannins.