Winemaker Notes
The fragrance of the Rieslaner Beerenauslese is a balancing act between fresh and dried herbs. Its vibrant fruity sweetness on the palate distinguishes the delicate, long mineral-rich finish.
Organically grown
Professional Ratings
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James Suckling
Dense, dried-fruit character - everything from apricot to fig - which is typical for this grape variety and style. Very concentrated, but so bright. Super lush palate, but no hint of heaviness, the finish very long and seductive. From organically grown grapes. Drink or hold.
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Robert Parker's Wine Advocate
Bottled with 10% alcohol, the 2019 Herzog Rieslaner Beerenauelese is precise and enormously concentrated on the spicy and somewhat limey nose. Dense and piquant on the palate, with cooked stone fruit aromas and caramelly notes, this BA is still very sweet, with piquant acidity and a potent finish. Wine to be cellared for at least 10 years and up to 50+ years.
Range: 93-94
Riesling possesses a remarkable ability to reflect the character of wherever it is grown while still maintaining its identity. A regal variety of incredible purity and precision, this versatile grape can be just as enjoyable dry or sweet, young or old, still or sparkling and can age longer than nearly any other white variety. Somm Secret—Given how difficult it is to discern the level of sweetness in a Riesling from the label, here are some clues to find the dry ones. First, look for the world “trocken.” (“Halbtrocken” or “feinherb” mean off-dry.) Also a higher abv usually indicates a drier Riesling.
This sunny and relatively dry region served for many years as a German tourist mecca and was associated with low cost, cheerful wines. But since the 1980s, it has gained a reputation as one of Germany’s more innovative regions, which has led to increased international demand.