2020 Piesport Riesling VDP.Ortswein trocken "Piesporter Réserve", Mosel, Germany

Firm and quite deep, slightly smoky and nutty, as well as a bit herbal-plant-like aroma with clear, bitter yellow fruit notes, light tobacco barrel tones, hinted blue berries, delicate Pak Choi, and floral nuances. Ripe, again quite firm, juicy fruit that is not completely dry, nutty and light tobacco barrel notes, a bit of smoke and a hint of vanilla and nutmeg, fine acidity, a touch of soft tannin, yeasty nuances in the background, persistent, good substance and moderate melt, bitter light tobacco aromas, chalky, stony, and salty hints, certain depth, still undeveloped, very good finish with spice, grip, and bite.

Best to drink: 2027-2032+. What our ratings mean