August 18, 2023 - As usual for Prüm Spatlese, the nose bellows out of the glass. There was hint of petrol / rubber upon opening that dissipated with decanting. The palate shows citrus (lemon & lime), with a hint of kiwi and green apple. The fruit is slightly muted compared to the last bottle we had a year+ ago, but still nice. Crisp acidity gives this a nice zing. Served with steamed Maryland crab, oysters Rockefeller, deviled crab patties, and shrimp. What a great dinner!
January 9, 2022 - Very enjoyable Riesling with a long life ahead.
Pineapple and Granny Smith apple notes.
Refreshing and acidic, this carries itself lightly on its feet.
December 31, 2021 - From a recent retail purchase. Cork was protruding a bit and once I cut the foil it appears that the bump was from a bit of dried seepage; the cork was lying flush. Fill was still pretty much perfect, so I don't imagine much seeped out when that happened.
Fuzzy peach, petrol, and flint smoke. After about 2 hours of air, the herbs and spices started getting more precise. Mint, saffron, dill. Rich and creamy, but a bit soft, and a lot of times throughout the evening I found d myself wanting a bit more acid and structure. Easy drinking, bur far from the profundity that GH can provide. Part of me thinks this is in its adolescent stage. Its shed the baby fat, and some development can be seen, but it's no longer the cute accessible child. A bit awkward, and hasn't settled on which direction to take. Perhaps in time will shape it handsomely, but the acid is softer and less clear cut than what is traditional for Prum. Not sure how much that's the wine or the bottle.
While it may prove more attractive later on as an adult, if the acid and structure in this bottle is any indication, I don't think it'll be a particularly long lived, or extremely complex one, though time will tell. AP 32 12
ABV: 8.5%
Closure: natural cork
Decant: 2h
Stem: Glasvin universal
April 16, 2021 - This has all the banner characteristics of a slightly aged riesling, with petrol notes on the nose and a palate that is slightly sweet with plenty of acidity to keep it comfortable. The palate offers pineapple, green apple and a light touch of citrus, with a smooth body and very pleasant finish.
February 28, 2021 - Popped and poured and enjoyed with 4 friends. Brilliant acids and luscious fruit. Open and glorious with a long life ahead.
January 14, 2021 - 2011 doesn't seem to get a lot of love but the best producers made great wines and it doesn't get much better than Prüm's Himmelreich. This is bright, dynamic and still really youthful. Great acids and fruit that is at once creamy and crunchy. Long life ahead for this one.
January 9, 2021 - Stunning nose, stunning palate with a touch of petrol, pineapple and sherbet lemon. The acidity is brutal, but beautifully judged - cleansing and refreshing. A lovely wine that will continue to evolve and surprise over the next few years. This was my last, sadly....
May 29, 2020 - Very nice with spicy Indian cuisine.
May 1, 2020 - Einfach ein grandioser, restsüßer Mosel Riesling. I like!
February 28, 2020 - So mineral, like a wet rock. Apple/peach notes and maybe something like flint on the nose. Crisp acidity, nice finish. This is what Mosel Riesling is all about! Beautiful.