2018 Donnhoff Spatlese Nieder Hermannshohle

Introvert but intriguing nose. Pure ripe stewed-apple nose with good texture underneath. Should make fine old bones but it’s currently embryonic. 16.5++ points

The 2018 Hermannshöhle Spätlese from the estate has no intention of being upstaged by the Brücke this year, as this too is a brilliant wine. The nose jumps from the glass in a complex blaze of fresh pineapple, pungent citrus zest, apple, a beautiful base of slate, wild yeasts and a topnote of white flowers. On the palate the wine is pure, complex, medium-full and beautifully suave on the attack, with superb mineral undertow and a laser-like and electric finish. Equally stunning juice. Drink 2025-2075. 95 points