2021 Nackenheim Riesling VDP.Aus Ersten Lagen trocken, Rheinhessen, Germany

Deep and taut, still a little smoky-reductive, also herbaceous and hints of nutty-peppery scent with restrained, rather bright yellow-fruity aromas, distinct minerality and especially with air also emerging black berry nuances. Tight, ripe and dense, very juicy fruit, lively acidity and grip of crumbly tannin, yeasty nuances, herbs, floral traces and again also a little black berries, lasting, certain depth, has tension and life, still undeveloped, almost a little wild, very good, tight, juicy, grippy, herbal-spicy, yeasty and very mineral finish.

Best to drink: Mitte 2022 bis 2028+. What our ratings mean