Riesling Pechstein GG von Winning 2017 (750ML)

95+ Points, Zachys Buying Team: "Tasted three times, this is the mind-altering Grosses Gewächs that turned us on to von Winning and truly made us rethink Riesling as we know it. From the hallowed and tiny 5.5ha vineyard made up of basalt and limestone, there is a lot of truth to the Terry Theise statement ".more zing, with a voice that could shatter a glass." But in addition to the electrifying energy from the mineral-driven soils, there is a concentrated core that is tightly wound and only hints on its long-term potential. Expect to find nuances of pineapple, lime, lemon, but also dried golden apples, ripe melons, stone fruit, ginger, herbs and crushed citrus flowers. There is a lot packed into this mouthfilling wine that offers generosity of fruit with penetration and persistence. This dry wine lingers and echoes across the palate for a marathon finish that keeps you wanting more. Intoxicating and delicious."

93-94 Points, David Schildknecht, Vinous: "A penetrating nose of peppermint and wintergreen anticipates the simultaneously cooling and glowing impression conveyed on an expansive and silken yet crushed-stone-suffused palate. Mirabelle provides a welcome midpalate suggestion of fruitiness. Like the corresponding Jesuitengarten, this finishes with tongue-tingling vibrancy and remarkable persistence. At the same time, lime-like juiciness refreshes, and strong salinity milks the salivary glands. Hopefully, this concentrated essence of its site will permit unfiltered bottling." 3/19