The 2017 Brücke Spätlese is an absolute classic in the making and one of the best version of this Prädikat level from the vineyard since the stellar pair from the 2001 and 2002 vintages. The nose wafts from the glass in a complex constellation of apple, tangerine, wild yeasts, a complex base of salty, slate soil tones, white flowers and a nice touch of apple pie spices in the upper register. On the palate the wine is bright, young and vibrant, with a medium-full format, lovely depth at the core, bright, ripe acids and superb length and grip on the complex, pure and very light on its feet finish. A beautiful wine. Drink 2021-2060. 95+ points

Cask sample. Crystal-clear fruit, not perfumed but pure, with just a hint of the exotic. Elegant and esoteric, vibrating with invigorating acidity, and dancing to the finish on a perfectly pitched, delicate measure of residual sugar. 17.5 points