2023 Donnhoff Auslese Nieder Hermannshohle GK

The 2023 Riesling Niederhauser Hermannshohle Auslese was selected at the same time as the Spatlese. Donnhoff says that for him, Auslese is merely a more concentrated Spatlese. He notes that passerillage also plays a part here. Slight smoke and Reine Claude plum compote on the nose continue straight to the palate, edged with beautiful lemon brightness. The 2023 shows gorgeous depth, deep lemon and gentle sweetness. A touch of herbal tisane adds a minty edge, exquisitely light, precise and sweet. This wine is a paradigm of lightness and elegance. (Sweet) 96 points