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...spicy but relatively demure nose at the moment. Then it explodes on the palate and really grips, with smoky, spicy phenolics and minerality gyrating around a rich core of pit fruits and citrus. Endless, spicy, minerally, pungent length.
...conquers the taster with ethereal waves of black currants, apples, minerals, baby powder, and pears. Satin-textured, as pure as crystal, and lasting over a minute on the palate, it is a masterpiece...
...extraordinary, hovering in that zone bordering perfection in which wines touch the soul. Medium-bodied and revealing scents reminiscent of sweet scallions, cassis, spices, and fresh herbs...conquers the taster with ethereal waves...
Delicate and supple, with an underlying verve and live-wire intensity, this '02 Riesling delivers apple, peach and mineral notes on a lightweight frame.