2016 Weingut Max Ferd. Richter Brauneberger Juffer Riesling Kabinett Faß 4
Riesling
- Germany
- Mosel Saar Ruwer
Community Tasting Note
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Rob Hansult Likes this wine: 93 points
November 19, 2021 - A true Kabi
Nose > Hugely aromatic & pungent, with green, yellow, red citrus/oil/zest & lavender/herbal/spice.
Palate > Electric! Intense, pungent stony/slatey citrus oil & penetrating herbal/lavender/spice.
A real powerhouse of lip-smacking, mineralized pungent/tart orchard & citrus fruit, intertwined with silky, flowery yet potent herbal spice.
So fresh, vibrant, & have to repeat: Electric!
Elegant & racy.
Med+ intensity, acidity & length.
Fairly big boned & structured for an 8%ABV wine.
Very impressive.
Drinks fairly off-dry even for a "real" Kabi, & getting close to Feinherb balance.
Kudos to the Richters for really going for a true Kabi ... & hitting it out of the park!
Winner, Winner; Chicken Dinner!
Will be keeping my eye out for Fass #4
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