2022 Westhofen Morstein Riesling VDP.Grosses Gewächs trocken, Rheinhessen, Germany

Firm, compact and deep, undeveloped, very delicately smoky and yeasty aroma of stone fruit and citrus fruit with herbaceous nuances, hints of egg, yeast, floral nuances, shellfish, aniseed and a little herbs. Taut, tart, juicy, dense, decidedly noble fruit, lively acidity and plenty of grip, fine vegetal and slightly herbal aromas, some yeast, a light mineral foundation, also a little dark berry flavours, hints of fennel, gripping on the palate, long, firm, juicy, mineral, somewhat herbal and again smoky finish, again with a hint of egg and a little saffron.

Best to drink: 2026-2034+. What our ratings mean