2021 Keller Dalsheimer Burgel Spätburgunder Grosses Gewachs
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Harvested at the end of September and fermented with 50% of the raisins, Keller's 2021 Spätburgunder Dalsheimer Bürgel GG opens with a very aromatic but also fine and elegant nose with delicate notes of mocha and stilton cheese. Bottled unfiltered in May, the wine already shows a certain yeast complexity on the nose. On the palate, it is generous in its juicy fruit but also fine and silky, with delicate tannin spice and a dense finish, which is still somewhat characterized by nougat and mocha. Intense and slow, never heavy, this is a great Bürgel that was extracted gently with hands and feet. 12.5% stated alcohol. Natural cork. Tasted at the domaine this summer.
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Julia Harding MW, jancisrobinson.com
Stephan Reinhardt, Wine Advocate
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50% whole bunch from what is their warmest site. Two weeks on skins then into used oak for 15–18 months. Bottled unfiltered four weeks ago. Lightish cherry red. At the same time seductive and fresh; lively red fruits with a slightly herbal/stemmy side to it and a hint of smoky reduction (positive) as well as a light floral note. A marked fruit sweetness on the palate, balanced by great freshness. A touch of sour-cherry on the aftertaste. Super-smooth texture already but the tannins are there. Impressive length. (JH)
About the producer
Based in the Rheinhessen, Keller is one of the finest Riesling producers in the world, and has set the benchmark for German Pinot Noir.