Sunday 18 September 2011

Egon Muller Scharzhofberger Riesling Spatlese 2009

God it is a huge effort to write the name of these German wines in your tasting notes book.  Is it worth it? A definitive yes! The wines are spectacular to say the least.  This wine from the Scharzhof vineyard is located South West of Frankfurt.  They have bicycle tours that run from winery to winery.  It must be good to be healthy and drink alcohol, while you are on holidays.

Egon Muller Scharzhofberger Riesling Spatlese 2009


I thought the Kabinett was good but this takes it to the next level.  The wine entices you in with green apples and lime juice then it turns devilish as the richness is ramped up to an almost extreme level.  If you have watched the Simpsons when Homer drinks some wax to win a chilli eating competition, then you can ideantify with how much this wine coats your mouth.  The flavours never let up as minerals and a bunch of fresh flowers join the show.  Give it a little time in the bottle as the sulfur oppresses the nose a bit.  There is no problem with sulfur on the palate. 

Alcohol: 8%
Price: $160

Rated: 95+
Drink: 2015 - 2032
Importer: Negociants

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