This part of the Nahe seemed the most consistent — or was it just these two superb producers?
EMRICH-SCHÖNLEBER
2018 (Monzingen) Frühlingsplätzchen Riesling GG
Yellow fruit, some minerality. Medium weight, smooth, a bit of hotness. 91/A-
2018 (Monzingen) Halenberg Riesling GG
Minty nose with hint of butter. Smooth, round, some energy. 93/A
SCHÄFER-FRÖHLICH
2018 (Bockenau) Felseneck Riesling GG
Fermentation notes in nose. Mineral, smooth, silky. 92/A
2018 (Monzingen) Frühlingsplätzchen Riesling GG
Floral, fermentation. Good acidity, purity, minerality. Needs time. 93/A
2018 (Monzingen) Halenberg Riesling GG
Apply nose. Smooth, round, good density, a little heat. 92/A
2018 (Bockenau) Stromberg Riesling GG
Fermentation aromas. Elegant, light, smooth, mineral. 92/A