2023 Forst Ungeheuer Riesling VDP.Grosses Gewächs trocken, Pfalz, Germany

Deeper and more refined, rather cool, quite noble citrus stone fruit scent with smoky notes, a hint of dark berries, as well as fresh floral and herbal nuances. Clear, juicy, again quite noble, predominantly bright fruit, lively, fine acidity, and some grip, smoky nuances, persistent on the palate, delicate melt, hinted dark berries in the background, salty and stony minerality, certain depth, grip of ripe tannins, still undeveloped, very good, firm, bitter finish with grip, some smoke, plant notes, and a lot of minerality.

Best to drink: 2027-2036+. What our ratings mean