2008 Reuscher-Haart Piesporter Goldtropfchen Kabinett
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Reuscher-Haart Piesporter Goldtropfchen Kabinett-2008-750ml-6pk-Standard-White-Germany
Reuscher-Haart Piesporter Goldtropfchen Kabinett-2008-750ml-6pk-Standard-White-Germany
Tasting Notes
| Terry Thiese | |
| Something seems to be up at Reuscher Haart...the past two vintages reminded me of the majestic 1990s and brilliant 1993s. At their best one can see why their wines are held in such renown. Schwang's wines can have impressive, almost majestic corpulence without being fat, plus a positive depth and stuffing from the lees. When that happens the Piesport fruit shows its raison d'être; an almost lurid court bouillon of bewitching fragrances and flavors; patchouli, passion fruit, bergamot, mango. And all in a voodoo voluptuousness that's the wine equivalent of an erotic trance. Much as I liked the 07s here...2008 is the kind of year that's very kind to Piesport; it adds form and core to the wines, which can sometimes seem to sprawl. In this case, it's apple that's prominent, not the voodoo-fruit,though a tangerine note is present. There's lots of juicy yet solid substance and an almost peppery note on the slatey finish. | |
| Wine & Spirits 91 | |
| This is zesty without being bracing, the nectarine, pear and lime flavors harmoniously intertwined with the supporting acidity and persistent minerality. It finishes cool and clean. | |
| Wine Spectator 90 | |
| A little austere now and unyielding, with the racy structure dominating the flavors of black currant, peppery greens and grapefruit, followed by a tight, bracing finish. Needs time. Best from 2012 through 2021. |