2002 Kiedricher Grafenberg Auslese

Subtle fresh bread, white raisin, lemon candy and honey expressions of botrytis in the nose, a bit reminiscent of a great 1971. Creamy in texture on the palate, with honey, butterscotch and lemon candy flavors, but also a rather nippy phenolic bite and slight sharpness of acids that need to integrate themselves. Undeniably long finish, with the butterscotch element dominating the wine's citrus side. 1 star.

The 2002 Riesling Auslese Kiedrich Grafenberg bursts forth with highly expressive smoky botrytis aromas. On the palate, this broad, medium-bodied, satin-textured beauty is densely packed with mangoes, passion fruit, apricots, and a myriad of spices. Rich, immensely concentrated, and impeccably balanced, it also possesses an extensive finish. Projected maturity: 2015-2030. Feb 2004, www.robertparker.com