Keller, Westhofener Kirchspiel Riesling GG other_regions_italy late-growing seasons

late-growing seasons

The wine is deep into its Golden Years with savory tones of smoked bacon

Palate-staining black raspberry

I suspect that the recent bottling has upset the balance somewhat and my rating offers the benefit of the doubt that a year of bottle aging will allow this to better harmonize

plum and violet scents that are trimmed in discreet hints of earth and oak

Keller, Westhofener Kirchspiel Riesling GG other_regions_italy late-growing seasonsFull bottle 1,475 g. Greenish straw. Pure, aged Riesling nose with a little bite on the end but very fresh fruit indeed in the middle. Super clean and pure on the finish. Delightfully youthful for a 13 year old white. (JR)