German Riesling and Spicy Thai

Spoon Thai - Chicago, IL
Tasted Saturday, February 3, 2007 by Nanda with 798 views

Introduction

A group of wine geek friends gathered on a frosty, sub-zero night in Chicago to enjoy German Riesling and thai food. Lively conversation, great wine and tasty food warmed up the night.

The Rieslings showed wonderfully. For me it was a great view into the beauty of young guns as well as ~15 year old Auslesen. Both spectrums performed incredibly well.

Spoon Thai is a fun venue for this type of dinner. Very good food (which is unbelievably delicious at times - i.e. the Waterfall Steak Salad), informal setting and adequate stay-out-of-the-way service. All you can ask for at $20 per head.

Flight 1 - DRY + MATURE KABINETT (2 Notes)

Flight 2 - MATURE AUSLESEN (4 Notes)

  • 1983 Weingut Baumann Oppenheimer Sackträger Riesling Auslese 85 Points

    Germany, Rheinhessen

    Gold in color with a nutty, waxy nose that showed a hint of VA. The palate has sweet apple fruit but lacks vibrancy and lift. (4+11+15+5)

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  • 1989 Von Schubert Maximin Grünhäuser Abtsberg Riesling Auslese 93 Points

    Germany, Mosel Saar Ruwer

    #137 - Dark gold appearance. Shows lavish armoas of spice, tea, petrol and smoke. Petrol-infused white and citrus fruits are persistent on the palate. Underlying minerals offer complexity to the moderately sweet profile. Oily, lush texture has plenty of acidic edge to couterpoint. Cocunuts on the long finish. Delicious! (4+13+18+8)

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  • 1990 Bert Simon Serriger Würtzberg Riesling Auslese 90 Points

    Germany, Mosel Saar Ruwer

    Light gold with a nose of smoke, minerals and pronounced petrol. Light-bodied with modest sweetness. Smoke, bananas floral and mineral notes. Crisp and youthful. This is the youngest feeling of the mature Auslesen. Palate is unevolved and quite fresh. Apparently a recent release from the cellar --- plenty of room to age. (4+13+16+7=90)

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  • 1993 Gunderloch Nackenheim Rothenberg Riesling Auslese 92 Points

    Germany, Rheinhessen

    Light gold appearance with diesel and musty white fruits on the nose. Palate explodes with full-bodied, mouth coating, ripe white fruits. An initial spritz subsides after a few minutes. Tropical notes, pears, and smokey minerals. Well balanced, but vuluptous fruit is at the forefront. (4+13+17+8=92)

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Flight 3 - 99/01 SPATLESEN (4 Notes)

Flight 4 - 01 AUSLESEN (2 Notes)

  • 2001 C. H. Berres Ürziger Würzgarten Riesling Auslese 89 Points

    Germany, Mosel Saar Ruwer

    Pale gold in color with smokey white fruits on the nose. Red currants are full and ripe on entry. Modest complexity and intensity of fruit. Overshadowed by the Prum. (4+12+16+7=89)

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  • 2001 Joh. Jos. Prüm Graacher Himmelreich Riesling Auslese 95 Points

    Germany, Mosel Saar Ruwer

    Effusive and vibrant aromas of candied white fruits, spice, minerals and smoke. Palate has a pop that commands attention. Peaches, lemons, limes and tropical notes can be found in the ripe, full, sweet fruit profile. Acidic backbone gives intenstiy and focus. Persistent and mouth-watering from start to long, long finish. A perfect poolside companion on a hot summer day. (4+14+18+9=95)

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Flight 5 - 2005 (4 Notes)

Flight 6 - EISWEIN (1 Note)

Closing

Thanks to all!

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