Wines from Rheingau
Georg Breuer 2004 Estate Rudesheim QbA Riesling (Rheingau)
- $20
Breuer’s entry-level wine isn’t cheap, but it’s also pretty good, marrying stony, minty scents with flavors of lime, fresh herbs and wet stones. It’s light in body for such an alcoholic Rheingau Riesling, with a clean, fresh finish. Imported by Classical Wines.
— J.C.
(5/1/2006)
Schloss Vollrads 2004 Kabinett Halbtrocken Riesling (Rheingau)
- $19
This halbtrocken is light and crisp, featuring an almost dry finish that shows just a bit of honey at the end. Green apple, lime and pineapple aromas and flavors are fresh and inviting, just lack a little complexity.
— J.C.
(7/1/2006)
Georg Breuer 2004 Rauenthal Nonnenberg QbA Riesling (Rheingau)
- $50
My colleagues tell me I’m being too harsh on this wine, but I just don’t get it. It’s good, but rather austere and unyielding, despite having ripe citrus flavors. There’s also a grassy, herbal note that detracts from the purity of the Riesling fruit. Imported by Classical Wines.
— J.C.
(7/1/2006)
Origin 2005 Rhein Tafelwein Riesling (Rheingau)
- Best Buy
- $7
Bargain-hunting shoppers should be happy to find this in their local stores. Presumably a blend from different Rhein regions—hence the lowly Tafelwein designation—it is nevertheless a tasty, balanced wine. Lime and slate notes power the bouquet, while the flavors are rounder and more lush. Off dry; drink now.
— J.C.
(6/1/2007)
August Kesseler 2008 R Riesling (Rheingau)
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- $18
Honest and clean, with white flower charm and a mouthwatering palate that shows nice honeysuckle and lily character. Quince and beeswax come through on the crisp but slightly sweet finish. Drink now or in 2011.
— W.E.
(6/1/2010)
Schumann-Nägler 2008 Riesling (Rheingau)
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- $14
A cozy, likable wine, with gardenia, honeycomb and grapefruit themes. It’s just off-dry and has good weight and density in the mouth, though it falls a bit short. A good pick for warm weather sipping.
— W.E.
(6/1/2010)
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