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Baron zu Knyphausen 2007 Erbacher Steinmorgen Eiswein Riesling (Rheingau)

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Concentrated apricot and peach aromas lead the way, followed by stone fruit and citrus on the palate. This is slightly drier and higher in alcohol (8.5%)than many eisweins, yet still lusciously sweet, with a suggestion of citrus pith on the finish. — J.C. (4/1/2010)

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Baron zu Knyphausen 2001 Erbacher Steinmorgen Spätlese Riesling (Rheingau)

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Price $22

Tons of stuff in here: waxy, paraffin-like scents, peach, citrus and tarragon. Ripe pears and peaches, graced by hints of anise and mint, combine elegantly in this surprisingly light-bodied wine. Racy acidity frames the mouthwatering finish. —J.C. — J.C. (3/1/2003)

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Baron zu Knyphausen 2001 Hattenheimer Wisselbrunnen Erstes Gewächs Riesling (Rheingau)

Price $28

This dry Riesling is very brisk and clean in the mouth, racing past in a blur of smoky liquid minerals, fresh limes and ginger. With its impressive cut and firm finish, it would be a fine accompaniment to roast fowl or pork. —J.C. — J.C. (3/1/2003)

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Baron zu Knyphausen 2003 Erbacher Steinmorgen Kabinett Riesling (Rheingau)

Price $24

Much better than a bottle previously reviewed, this medium-bodied kabinett bears hints of kerosene and slate on the nose, then opens to reveal lime, apple and honey flavors. Good length on the finish, but also a hint of bitterness. Imported by Valckenberg International, Inc. — J.C. (5/1/2005)

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Baron zu Knyphausen 2003 QbA Riesling (Rheingau)

Price $13

This is a big, relatively high-alcohol Riesling, tipping the scales at 11.5%. Pear and pineapple flavors are bold, and still sweet enough to stand up to modestly spicy dishes, but it might work best with something substantial like roasted pork. — J.C. (12/15/2004)

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Baron zu Knyphausen 2001 QbA Riesling (Rheingau)

Price $12

Fresh citrus—grapefruit and lemon—combine with powdered cinnamon and brown slate in this light, pleasantly tart offering that folds in peach and apple flavors on the finish. —J.C. — J.C. (3/1/2003)

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Baron zu Knyphausen 2001 Erbacher Steinmorgen Kabinett Riesling (Rheingau)

Price $14

Although interesting and ultimately a good wine, this one’s a little tough to warm up to. Start with the slightly musky aromas, then the slightly sour flavors. Finish with tart, malic acidity. But put these pieces all together and the result is a focused, crisp wine that would cut wonderfully through the fat of a pork roast. —J.C. — J.C. (3/1/2003)

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Baron zu Knyphausen 2003 Hattenheimer Wisselbrunnen Riesling Auslese (Rheingau)

Price $51

A bit discordant at this early stage of its evolution, combining rich, oily, minerally flavors with baked apples and pears and picking up bitter, peppery notes on the finish. Love the minerals, hate the finish, and it’s not clear where this will go in the future. — J.C. (12/15/2004)

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