Clüsserath 2005 Trittenheimer Apotheke Riesling Spätlese

Producer: 
Ansgar Clüsserath
Region: 
Mosel
Country: 
Germany
Alcohol: 
8.5 %
Size: 
750 ml
Price: 
$25
Tasted: 
19 February 2008

Medium straw color. The first sniff reminds us of the spontaneous fermentation (bottle stink). After a few minutes in the glass, the aroma becomes very mineral and a bit like rusty metal. And hints of bruised apple. Sweet on the palate, but with a very refreshing acidity. Creamy mouthfeel. Medium body, despite the low alcohol. Medium intensity of primarily herbal flavors. Red currants, citrus fruit, peach and honey join in after a little aeration in the glass. And then again this raw minerality. Medium to long length.

Youthfulness and heavy minerality are perfectly balanced. Ready to drink but will keep for 10+ years. I recommend decanting.

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