And finishing off the Nahe, the duel between two of its greatest producers, Emrich-Schönleber and Schäfer-Fröhlich in the Frühlingsplätzchen and Halenberg vineyards, plus some additional GG’s from each.
EMRICH-SCHÖNLEBER
Frank Schönleber said that 2020 was characterized by slow development of the wines, but the drought did not affect them. As a result he was able to take his time in picking.
2020 (Monzingen) Frühlingsplätzchen Riesling GG
Mineral, intense, still closed, but excellent depth. More nervosity than the Halenberg. Needs several years. 93+/A
2020 (Monzingen) Halenberg Riesling GG
Apricot blossom nose. Pure, elegant, finesse with apricot and a bit of honey in the mouth; long finish. 94/A
2020 (Monzingen) Auf der Lay Riesling GG auction wine
Purity, peach fruit, elegance, length. 95/A+
SCHÄFER-FRÖHLICH
2020 (Bockenau) Felseneck Riesling GG
Round, medium-weight, apricot fruit, intense, smooth texture. 93+/A
2020 (Monzingen) Frühlingsplätzchen Riesling GG
Spicy, dense, energetic, penetrating, but needs several years to open up. Great potential. 95(+)/A+
2020 (Monzingen) Halenberg Riesling GG
Intense, energetic, penetrating, electric, still needs time. Complete contrast in style with Emrich-Schönleber. 95/A+
2020 (Bockenau) Stromberg Riesling GG
Round, smooth, less open than the Felseneck. Medium-weight. 92/A