Published in August 2008
Wines, Spirits and Beers published in the August 2008 issue of Wine Enthusiast Magazine.
Dr. H. Thanisch (Erben Thanisch) 2006 Berncasteler Doctor Spätlese Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer)
- Cellar Selection
- $76
Prospective purchasers should bear in mind that this wine was harvested at sugar levels far beyond the minimum spätlese requirements. This is more of a big auslese or small beerenauslese in terms of sugar and style, marrying dried apricot aromas with notes of candied pineapple and spice. It’s very sweet and honeyed, and would be cloying were it not for its firm…
— J.C.
(8/1/2008)
Joh. Jos. Prüm 2006 Wehlener Sonnenuhr Spätlese Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer)
- Editors' Choice
- $41
Manfred Prüm looks to have followed up his amazing 2005s with 2006s that come close in quality. The 2006 WS spätlese shows a certain reserved minerality on the nose, but opens up into a gorgeously layered palate of apple, vanilla and citrus flavors. It’s medium-bodied but zesty and fresh at the same that it’s creamy and rich. And there’s plenty of concentration and…
— J.C.
(8/1/2008)
Oriel 2004 Sygnet Shiraz (McLaren Vale)
- Cellar Selection
- $75
Part of what is supposed to be a global ultrapremium wine brand, Oriel’s Sygnet Shiraz is a terrific effort, made with the help of John Duval (ex Penfolds). Bold aromas and flavors of red raspberries are underscored by hints of dark chocolate, vanilla and toasted coconut, and the wine is full-bodied and dense in the mouth, plushly textured and long on the finish…
— J.C.
(8/1/2008)
Bründlmayer 2007 Ried Loiser Berg Grüner Veltliner (Kamptal)
- Editors' Choice
- $32
A superlative Grüner, showing off its exotic spices as well as its green, crisp freshness. The whole is in balance, with some richness but more elegance. It is delicious but also intense, a synergy between green fruits and tropical apricots.
— R.V.
(8/1/2008)
Owen Roe 2006 DuBrul Vineyard Riesling (Yakima Valley)
- Editors' Choice
- $21
A supremely rich Riesling, from a 25-year-old block of the DuBrul vineyard, this is so thick with flavor that it seems almost like a floral Chardonnay. It’s stainless steel fermented, bright and warm and opulent, with Riesling character in the nose but unusual thickness in the mouth. It has a nectar-like mix of honey, wildflower, peach and apricot.
— P.G.
(8/1/2008)
Hirsch 2007 Kammerner Heiligenstein Grüner Veltliner (Kamptal)
- Editors' Choice
- $25
The Heiligenstein vineyard is better known for its Rieslings, but it obviously is capable of producing impressive Grüner Veltliners. The pure, mineral character is very obvious and delicious, and cuts through the more delicate green fruits, intensely fresh acidity and green citrus kick. Ageworthy. Screwcap.
— R.V.
(8/1/2008)
Owen Roe 2005 DuBrul Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Yakima Valley)
- $60
This is superb, with honest, unadulterated flavors that reflect the power and precision of Yakima Valley Cabernet. The dominant note, apart from the cassis and cherry fruit, is tobacco, with hints of mint, herb and earth. This is a Cabernet with immaculate finesse, shown specifically in the way the finish plays out smoothly but keeps lengthening and adding nuances.
— P.G.
(8/1/2008)
Owen Roe 2005 The Parting Glass Outlook Vineyard Late Harvest Sémillon (Yakima Valley)
- Cellar Selection
- Online Exclusive
- $48
A rich, round, succulent take on Sauternes, made with gorgeous Yakima Valley fruit. Flavors are lush and ripe, mixing tropical fruits, apricot, banana, caramel and honey. It’s full-bodied and complete, without heat or volatility to mar the long finish.
— P.G.
(8/1/2008)
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