2020 Graacher Domprobst Riesling Spätlese 5 Willi Schaefer, Mosel-Saar-Ruwer (0,75l)

Mosel Fine Wines - 2020 Graacher Domprobst Riesling Spätlese 5, Willi Schaefer

The 2020er Graacher Domprobst Riesling Spätlese AP 05 was made essentially from grapes harvested in the Gerdsgrub and Fergert sectors of the vineyard and was fermented down to fruity-styled levels of residual sugar. It proves still rather backward and marked by residual scents from its spontaneous fermentation. After a while subtly apricot-infused flavors of melon, cassis, blueberry, blackberry, and aniseed herbs emerge from the glass. The wine proves subtle, intensely cream, and nicely zesty on the palate and leaves a gorgeous feel of ripe and delicately exotic fruits in the long finish. The combination of dark fruits, whipped cream, and juicy acidity packed into mouthwatering sweetness are truly remarkable. 2030-2050 - Juli 2021

James Suckling - 2020 Graacher Domprobst Riesling Spätlese 5, Willi Schaefer

Could a modern Mosel Spätlese be more classic than this? Stunningly ripe stone-fruit and floral character, married to considerable richness, with an almost buttery texture on the mid-palate. Long and succulent finish that remains fresh and vivid. Drink or hold. - Stuart Pigott, Sep. 2021