2020 Bernkasteler Lay Auslese 18 21
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The 2020 Bernkasteler Lay Auslese opens with a clear, intense and fascinating floral bouquet with (honey) blossom aromas intermingled with refreshing mineral notes of crushed stones. Round and mouth-filling yet very fine and elegant on the palate, this is a weightless Auslese with savory, crystalline and precise acidity that carries this beautifully digestible Auslese to a fine and aromatic finish. 7% stated alcohol. Natural cork. Tasted at the domaine from AP 18 21in July 2022.
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Jancis Robinson MW
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[18 21] AP number. Those youthful Prüm aromas of sulphur-related compounds and the fumy/herbal notes of spontaneous fermentation all but obscure the citrus fruit on the nose. However, on the palate, there's peachy citrus purity, almost a softness even with the high acidity, balanced as it is by the sweetness. The silky texture also seems to smooth out the acidity. Long finish. (JH) (JR)
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Joh. Jos. Prüm is the benchmark estate of the Middle Mosel, renowned for Rieslings of exceptional delicacy, precision, and longevity. From the legendary slopes of Wehlener Sonnenuhr to Graacher Himmelreich, their wines capture a singular balance of lightness, tension and mineral purity.