2017 Freinsheim Viognier trocken Reserve, Pfalz, Germany

Tart nose, prominent vegetal notes, light nutty and earthy notes, some yellow fruit, delicate hint of oak, traces of dried flowers. Firm, bone dry, slightly creamy fruit on the palate, delicate nutty, spicy oak, vegetal notes, elegant acidity, ripe tannins provide grip, good substance and persistence, prominent mineral notes, floral traces, hint of bacon, still largely undeveloped, good grip and bite on a very good finish.

Best to drink: Late 2019-2022+ What our ratings mean