2022 Donnhoff Oberhäuser Brücke Riesling Spätlese, Nahe

A great Spatlese that has deep apricot and mandarin orange fruit with delicate mint and tarragon aromas. Staggering vitality and brilliance on the extremely focused and precise palate. Enormous wet stone character at the super- long finish. From organically grown grapes with Fair'n Green certification. Drink or hold.

97 points Stuart Pigott jamessuckling.com

Dönnhoff Oberhäuser Brücke Riesling Spätlese from the Nahe region is a stunning wine that exemplifies the mastery of Helmut Dönnhoff, one of Germany's most celebrated winemakers. Sourced from the small but exceptional Oberhäuser Brücke vineyard, known for its unique microclimate and slate-rich soils, this Spätlese balances sweetness and acidity with unparalleled precision.

The wine glows with a pale golden hue, exuding aromas of ripe peach, yellow apple, and honeysuckle, with hints of citrus and wet stone. On the palate, it is luscious yet fresh, with flavors of apricot, candied lemon, and a delicate minerality, supported by vibrant acidity that carries through to an elegant, lingering finish. A wine built for aging, it evolves beautifully over decades, gaining complexity and depth.

Pair this exquisite Riesling with lightly spiced Asian cuisine, roasted duck with orange glaze, or desserts like lemon tart or panna cotta with fresh berries