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2002 H. Donnhoff Niederhauser Hermannshohle Riesling Spatlese #11

Removed from a subterranean, temperature and humidity controlled residential cellar; Purchased at retail

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RATINGS

**IWC - David Schildknecht

...distilled fruit character, discreet and high-toned in the nose...Tropical, orchard and black fruit essences, sweet herbs, nut oils, brown spices, forest floor, sweet herbs and stones are all present, if scarcely possible to account for.

96The Wine Advocate

...extraordinary, hovering in that zone bordering perfection... ...Profound aromas of liquid slate and pepper... ...spices awash in pear syrup... ...extraordinarily pure, concentrated, and persistent...

18.5Jancis Robinson

Cool and nutty. Really interesting. Hits the palate like a sprinkling of gold dust, then a firm undertow of structure potential. Quite explosive.

91Wine Spectator

Not flamboyant, but there's a subtle kaleidoscope of flavors here, from red berry to passion fruit and flowers. Though delicate, it has intensity and concentration on an airy, gossamer frame. Drink now through 2015. –BS

PRODUCER

H. Donnhoff

H. Donnhoff is a 32-acre estate in Oberhausen/Nahe, in southwestern Germany. The appellation is the very small Nahe appellation, and Helmut Donnhoff has been making noteworthy wines on his steep hillside vineyards there for more than 30 years. The estate itself has been in his family since 1750. Vineyards are planted to 75% Riesling, 25% Weissburgunder and Granburgunder. About 7,000 bottles are produced annually. Wine writer Hugh Johnson described Helmut Donnhoff as having “a fanatical commitment to quality, and a remarkable natural talent for winemaking.” The estate’s Rieslings are considered among the world’s best.

REGION

TYPE

White Wine, Riesling, Spätlese

This white variety originated in Germany. It’s known for its strong flowery aromas and high acidity. Please note Rieslings can have dramatic differences as the grape can be used to make dry, semi-sweet, sweet and sparkling wines.