There are some very fine producers in this sector, but the unevenness of the wines reflects the challenges of the vintage.
FITZ-RITTER
2018 (Ungstein) Herrenberg Riesling GG
A bit chalky, medium-light, good depth. Needs some time. 92/A
2018 (Bad Dürkheim) Michelsberg Riesling GG
Medium-light, a bit relaxed, yellow fruit. Needs more intensity and depth. 89/B
PFEFFINGEN - FUHRMANN-EYMAEL
2018 (Ungstein) Herrenberg Riesling GG
White peach skin, slightly underripe, good nervosity and energy. 91(+)/A-
2018 (Ungstein) Weilberg Rieslng GG
White fruits, light, elegant, but good energy and penetration. 92/A
RINGS
2018 (Ungstein) Weilberg Riesling GG
Inexpressive nose. Medium-weight, round, some energy from acidity, but fruit is simple and a bit underripe. 87/C
Karl SCHAEFER
2018 (Ungstein) Herrenberg Riesling GG
Intense, nervous, deep, wiry, steely, white fruits. Very mineral. 92/A
2018 (Bad Dürkheim) Michelsberg Riesling GG
Yellow fruits, lighter body, not hard. Smooth and round. 90/B+
2018 (Ungstein) Weilberg Riesling GG
Dusty nose. White peach skin, medium-light body, good calm. Typical Schaefer finesse. 91/A-