The Schaefer 2011 Graacher Domprobst Riesling Auslese A.P. #14 turns a corner in fruit character, with musk melon and papaya, quince and honey signifying both botrytis and a riper sense of the healthy berries that were included. At the same time, the heady, haunting and seductive floral alliance of wisteria, rowan, and honeysuckle from the Spatlese #9 returns. Yet for all of this wine’s creaminess, rounded, honeyed richness, tropicality; and liquid florality, it somehow taps a seam of juicy primary apple-y fruit to insure that the finish lives up to its levity with a modicum of refreshment and an inducement to take the next sip. I imagine this will be worth following for 30-40 years. (DS)
(04/2013)
Pale golden-yellow. Rich bouquet of mango, pineapple and nut oil, with just a hint of honeyed botrytis. Unctuous apricot fruit shows a flattering creaminess and elegant minerality. Nice touch of brown spices on the elegant finish. (JPB)
(01/2013)
More orange and apricot dominating the fruit aroma. Spiced honey. Sweetness and acidity well balanced and showing the overall gentleness of this approachable vintage. 17/20 points
(02/2013)
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