2007 Technical Specifications
Grape Varieties Riesling
Classification Auslese
Region Nahe
Soil Pure volcanic weathered soil derived from porphyry and melaphyre
Orientation South And Southwest
Production Details The Felsenberg vineyard has a steep 50–60% gradient.
Critics Ratings 92
Vintages
2004 Technical Specifications
Grape Varieties Riesling
Drinking Window 10–30 years (Terry Theise SOS 2; reference date unspecified)
Classification Auslese
Region Nahe
Soil Pure volcanic weathered soil derived from porphyry and melaphyre
Orientation South And Southwest
Production Details The Felsenberg vineyard has a steep 50–60% gradient.
Tasting Notes Wine Advocate (October 2005) described peony, quince, mint, purple and black fruit, brown spices, pear and quince preserves, richness, balance, refinement, and a long floral, berry and spice finish. Wine Spectator (April 2006) noted rose, peach, grapefruit and cooked apple, with opulence, lively acidity and a lingering finish. Importer Terry Theise noted wintergreen, balsam, violets, purple plum, a grassy accent, lift and length.
Critics Ratings 93
Producer Information
Website
Address
Bahnhofstraße 11, 55585 Oberhausen an der Nahe, Germany
Phone
+49 (0)6755/263
Email
Owner
Cornelius Dönnhoff
Cellarmaster
Cornelius Dönnhoff