2012 Rüdesheim Spätburgunder trocken, Rheingau, Germany

Somewhat developed, clear, quite polished red berry nose with a little cassis, herbal and tobacco nuances, very restrained wood notes and a touch of tar. Straightforward, clear, fine-juicy fruit, crumbly tannin, delicate acid bite, smoky and bitter-chocolate tones, a hint of coffee, persistent, somewhat developed, some warmth, dried-herbal spice in the background, smoky nuances, quite distinct minerality, very good, juicy, slightly ethereal-spicy and nutty finish with some alcohol warmth, very slightly drying, but the juice prevails. In surprising condition, better than young, but drinking now.

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