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2001 H. Donnhoff Norheimer Dellchen Riesling Auslese Goldkapsule #14

Capsule condition issue; signs of past seepage; light label condition issue

Removed from a professional wine storage facility

Light capsule condition issue; lightly elevated cork; light signs of past seepage

Removed from a professional wine storage facility

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RATINGS

95The Wine Advocate

...Candied red berries, stones, and chamomile can be discerned in this medium to full-bodied offering's lush, intricate character... regales the palate with persistent waves of fruit whose flavors linger in its exceptional finish.

PRODUCER

H. Donnhoff

H. Donnhoff is a 32-acre estate in Oberhausen/Nahe, in southwestern Germany. The appellation is the very small Nahe appellation, and Helmut Donnhoff has been making noteworthy wines on his steep hillside vineyards there for more than 30 years. The estate itself has been in his family since 1750. Vineyards are planted to 75% Riesling, 25% Weissburgunder and Granburgunder. About 7,000 bottles are produced annually. Wine writer Hugh Johnson described Helmut Donnhoff as having “a fanatical commitment to quality, and a remarkable natural talent for winemaking.” The estate’s Rieslings are considered among the world’s best.

REGION

TYPE

White Wine, Riesling, Auslese

This white variety originated in Germany. It’s known for its strong flowery aromas and high acidity. Please note Rieslings can have dramatic differences as the grape can be used to make dry, semi-sweet, sweet and sparkling wines.