Wine
Chiappini 2012 Guado de’ Gemoli Bolgheri Superiore DOC
Bright ruby-purple in the glass, with ripe blackcurrant, blackberry and plum aromas layered over liquorice, sage and rosemary. The palate is warm and supple, offering dense, ripe fruit and finely meshed tannins. Mineral and savoury notes keep the wine focused before a silky, persistent finish with polished structure.
Trinoro 2018 Le Cupole Toscana IGT
Bright garnet in the glass, with an intense nose of ripe damson, cherry and elderberry joined by subtle balsamic and savoury notes. The palate is lavish and juicy yet energetic, layering generous dark fruit over a balanced frame. Freshness carries the concentrated flavours into a poised, lingering finish.
Visintini 2020 Franconia Colli Orientali del Friuli DOC
Light and vividly aromatic, with violet, raspberry and fresh red berry notes leading into a gently savoury palate. Bright acidity gives the fruit lift, while the tannins remain soft and finely drawn, keeping the wine supple rather than weighty. A subtle herbal edge adds definition before a clean, lightly spiced finish.
Stefan Meyer 2016 Frühburgunder Kleines Rhodt
Cherry, blackberry, blackcurrant and raspberry shape a vivid, savoury bouquet, with a quiet smoky note adding depth. The palate is medium-bodied and fresh, with fine tannins and a delicate texture carrying the berry fruit through a composed finish. Serve with roast poultry, mushrooms, grilled pork or mild game dishes.
St. Urbans-Hof 2018 Ockfener Bockstein Kabinett Grosse Lage Riesling
S.A. Prüm 2019 Wehlen Sonnenuhr Riesling GG
Herbal spice opens the nose, with an ethereal hint of fir honey adding depth. The palate combines penetrating acidity with a broad, viscous texture, while grapefruit preserve, dry grass and hay bring savoury complexity. Generous yet controlled, it remains lively and appetising, finishing with mineral tension and clear potential to develop.
S.A. Prüm 2019 Wehlen Sonnenuhr Auslese Riesling
Pear and grapefruit lead the aroma, with lanolin and ground ginger adding savoury depth. The palate is clear and measured, supported by vibrant acidity and a firm mineral line that keeps the sweetness controlled. Balanced and quietly expressive, it finishes with steady freshness, subtle spice and satisfying length.
S.A. Prum 2015 Wehlener Sonnenuhr Riesling Spatlese Magnum
Deep lemon in colour, with honey, hazelnut and green apple opening into nectarine, blood orange, lychee and apricot. The palate is full and sweet but kept lively by bright acidity and slate-like minerality. Subtle petrol notes add mature complexity, while lime and honey carry the long finish. Serve cool with seared tuna, spicy seafood, blue cheese or fruit-based desserts.
S.A. Prüm 2006 Ürziger Würzgarten Riesling Auslese VDP Grosse Lage
Seductive smoky stone fruit opens the nose, joined by wild herbs, mirabelle plum and star fruit. The palate is still compact and firm, with bright peach, candied sweetness and dried melon held in precise balance by lively acidity. Meadow herbs and a subtle malty note carry into a long, gently sweet and spicy finish.
S.A. Prum 2019 Wehlener Sonnenuhr Riesling Spatlese
Apricot jam leads an expressive, gently honeyed profile, sharpened by electric acidity. Mint and lavender bring a cool aromatic lift, while key lime adds precision to the finish. Sweetness and freshness remain in clear tension, giving the palate energy rather than weight. Serve lightly chilled with blue cheese, fruit tart or fragrant, moderately spiced dishes.
Nik Weis St. Urbans-Hof 2014 Wiltinger Alte Reben Riesling
Bright and flinty on the nose, with lavender lifting the wine's delicate fruit. The palate is lean, precise and elegant, balancing gentle off-dry sweetness with salty minerality and clear acidity. Dried peach, glazed apricot and a touch of smoke broaden the profile, while slate, white pepper and sea salt extend the finish.
Markus Altenburger 2019 Neuburger betont.
Delicately cloudy orange-gold in the glass, with candied tangerine zest, fresh white tropical fruit and a touch of acacia honey. The palate is fine and mineral, balancing vivid acidity with a gently saline line and a long, composed finish. An expressive, textural white for roast squash, pork or firm cheeses.
Mönchhof 2019 Erdener Prälat Riesling Auslese
Smoky earth and honeysuckle frame ripe yellow peach and apricot. The palate is concentrated yet feather-light, with vivid acidity cutting through generous sweetness and keeping the fruit precise. Lime zest, mint and a touch of bitter toffee add complexity without weighing down the wine. The finish is long, pure and energetic, leaving stone fruit, herbs and a fine mineral edge.
Mönchhof 2011 Ürziger Würzgarten Riesling Kabinett
August Kesseler 2015 Rüdesheim Berg Roseneck Riesling Grosses Gewächs
Deep and elegant on the nose, with ripe fruit woven through herbal, floral and mineral notes. The full-bodied palate is complex yet remarkably vivacious, balancing power and persistence with purity, finesse and lightness. Peach and lemon bring definition, while a piquant, salty finish adds grip, tension and impressive length.
Karthäuserhof 2020 Eitelsbacher Karthäuserhofberg Riesling Spätlese
Slate and spice shape the aroma, layered with ripe stone fruit and mango. The palate is generous and juicy, with beautifully integrated acidity providing balance and direction. Fine mineral spice runs beneath a smooth, melting texture, while the noticeable sweetness remains composed rather than heavy. Long and expressive, with ample freshness through the finish.
Karthäuserhof 2019 Eitelsbacher Karthäuserhofberg Kabinett Grosse Lage Riesling
Feather-light yet piercing, with pure layers of Mirabelle plum and gooseberry carried by a steely, electric spine. Green florals add perfume, while a restrained touch of sweetness softens the wine's vivid edges. Pulsing, precise and thirst-quenching, it closes with the same clean energy that shapes the palate.
Karthauserhof 2019 Karthauserhofberg Riesling Grosses Gewachs
Focused and mineral, with ripe apple and pear joined by lemongrass, delicate green tea and a faint honeyed note. The palate is dry and powerful but finely drawn, its lively acidity carrying slate-like salinity through an exceptionally long finish. Give this structured Riesling a brief decant and serve with shellfish, roast poultry, freshwater fish or gently spiced dishes.