While this Auslese harbors marginally less acidity than its Spätlese counterpart, there is a blazingly bright, invigorating, almost severe sense of grapefruit, pineapple and lemon concentrates, along with piquancy of zests and seeds that engenders a near-indelible palate impression. The wine’s citricity is beautifully complemented by creamy-richness of texture as well as by flavors of quince preserves, white peach syrup and white raisin. A vibrantly sustained finish is at once invigoratingly tangy and envelopingly rich.

Tasteful opulence defines the character of this Auslese. As the nose unfolds, it’s already beginning to release a seductive fragrance of exotic fruit, which does not lack in freshness despite its opulent expression. A hint of lanolin gives evidence of clean botrytis. The rich flavour of succulent passionfruit and pineapple is further enhanced by nuances of marzipan, creamy texture and a generous residual sweetness complete the hedonistic experience. It’s just as well that there is a delightfully vibrant acidity, which takes care of an animated finish. (MS)