Frauenberg Riesling

Wow. Battenfeld 18 is incredible. Stunning levels of complexity and flavor intensity like nothing else. Amazing depth here that is a another level. 18 seems like a breakthrough vintage here. This is a higher level than 15/16/17 which was the previous triad of breakthroughs. Honey, creamy, tangelo, opulent, herbal, mineral, enticing swimming pool, bitter caramel, nougat, vanilla, just insane. Lime as well. Palate is immaculate. Opulent and super chiseled. The juxtaposition on these Battenfeld 18’s is remarkable. Juicy and complex with just amazing depth, energy and precision. So long, ethereal and opulent and juicy. It sizzles on the finish. Amazing mouthfeel and honeyed yet so dry and fresh. This is a beast but an elegant and flavorful beast. Young but not inaccessible but will get better over 10-12 years.

Nose is so beautiful. Sweet minerals. As this opens a hint of chenin.

Palate is silky. Sweet green apple. Mineral.

Bought from fass selections

Wowza. Now that’s a grosses gewachs.

Nose is intensely mineral almost smoky. So dense. As it opens less dense and more floral. White flowers.

Palate is densely mineral. Gods lemon. So good. A 9.5 on open. As it opens more of a sweet elegance. Approaching Faust test levels.

Bought from fass selections

Wow.

Nose is mineral. Some elegant smoke. White flowers.

Palate is so good. Citrussy apply fruit. So clean. Mineral. Perfect balance. So juicy. Hint of tartness.

Still a tad young. Check back in 2 years.

Bought from fass selections.