2004 & 2005 German & Alsatian Riesling Kabinett Tasting Lot — Erben von Beulwitz Kaseler Nies'chen, René Barth "Mambourg" Grand Cru Alsace, Bert Simon Serriger Herrenberg, Fritz Haag Brauneberger Juffer & Gunderl

“A 2004 Riesling Mambourg suggests lime sorbet in its ripe citrus character and combination of juicy freshness and subtle creaminess. Apricot nectar and peony-like inner mouth florality are reinforced by very subtle sweetness. This displays gorgeous lift, refreshment and refinement in its long finish and should be worth following for at least several years. (DS)” (02/2008)

“Well-delineated and racy, with lime, floral and slate notes, this is a textbook kabinett. Light-weight, yet packed with flavor. Subtle balance, with length and harmony. (BS)” (02/2007)

“A similar hue, but rather more fruit driven and accessible on the nose, with lots of pear and grape character, with a talcy edge. Quite plump on entry, a richer style of Kabinett reflecting the warmth of the vintage, but with an immediately apparent spritz just like the trocken, which persists through the midpalate and finish with delightful, tingling persistence. Lovely pear character with spring flower petals, all framed by a thick seam of residual sugar. Again rather rich and voluptuous for a Kabinett, but in a different style. Nevertheless equally good, and with certain potential for the cellar.” (08/2006)

“Very delicate, almost fragile. Wonderful delicacy, jewel bright! Already lovely and open. (JR)” (06/2007)

“The 2005 Brauneberger Juffer Riesling Kabinett continues along stylistic lines set by Wilhelm Haag and mentioned in connection with this year’s “feinherb” rendition, namely to exhibit delicacy and drinkability without too much sweetness. White peach and apple in the nose are reinforced on a gentle, expansive, peach- and apple-dominated palate. Subtle slate and floral nuances break through in the finish, along with a significant amount of sweetness helping to cover slight hints of bitterness, but overall this still exhibits delicacy and lift and genuine Kabinett drinkability. (DS)” (10/2006)