WTN: J J Prum Auslese Graacher Himmelreich 2006

J J Prum, Riesling Auslese Mosel Graacher Himmelreich 2006The experimentation with German riesling continues. Had for dinner last night with a roast chicken stuffed with ricotta and tarragon. Though I am told quite young, nevertheless ,an elegant wine, melons and peaches upfront with a surprising crisp and dry long finish. My dinner companion who imports German riesling (but not this one) explained the unexpected dry finish is attributable to the wine's superb acid structure. I have a few more of this pack tucked away. He suggests leaving alone for another 5 years before opening the next one. Ummmmm, we shall see.

a surprising crisp and dry long finish...explained the unexpected dry finish is attributable to the wine's superb acid structure..

And Prüm's masterful touch!

[David M. Bueker]

Mark,

The 1997 Prum Wehlener Sonnenuhr Auslese is just entering its prime drinking window, so I think your friend is being too lenient.

Of course the young charms of German Riesling are hard to resist. All the fruit and botrytis of 2006 make them appealing at a very young age.