2016 Maximin Grunhaus Monopol Riesling Gutswein, Mosel, Germany

The 2016er Maximin Grünhäuser Monopol (the new Estate wine) AP15 came mainly from fruit in the Herrenberg and was fermented down to 12 g/l of residual sugar. This offers a gorgeous nose of white peach, a hint of cream and herbs. The wine screams Grünhaus and leaves a great delicately cassis-infused feel in the finish. This is on the zesty side at the moment (as Maximin Grünhaus wines often are at this stage) and is best left alone for ideally two for years it to shine. 2019-2026

A very crisp and vibrant wine with a lot of herbal and apple character. Great balance and a very bright mineral finish. Drink now or wait up to 5 years.

90 points James Suckling