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Carl Ehrhard 2004 Rüdesheimer Berg Rottland Auslese Riesling (Rheingau)

Price $24

Reasonably priced, this fruit-bowl auslese boasts hints of dried apricot, heaps of ultraripe stone fruit and just enough citrusy notes for balance. It’s a more classic vintage, so not as rich or unctuous as the 2003s or 2005s, but leaner and more focused, with a balanced, fresh finish. Drink now–2020. — J.C. (10/1/2007)

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Carl Ehrhard 2006 Rudesheimer Kabinett Feinherb Riesling (Rheingau)

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Price $15

Broad in the mouth and rather burly, this nearly dry Riesling offers minerally, spice-driven aromas and flavors. A touch of honeyed richness on the palate rounds it out, but this is not a stereotypical fruity Riesling despite the mouthwatering finish. — J.C. (8/1/2008)

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Carl Ehrhard 2005 Rudesheimer Berg Roseneck Spatlese Feinherb Riesling (Rheingau)

Price $22

This is close to dry in style, with its baked apple and spice flavors supported by stony, mineral notes and ample (12.5%) alcohol. It’s fairly full-bodied for a German Riesling, finishing with hints of mineral oil that cling to the palate. Drink now. — J.C. (4/1/2008)

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Carl Ehrhard 2004 Rüdesheimer Berg Rottland Spätlese Feinherb Riesling (Rheingau)

Price $18

Reasonably priced for a Riesling of this quality, this off-dry wine is filled with spiced baked apple flavors. Touches of petrol and stone dust impart a sense of minerality, while the finish is long and mouthwatering. — J.C. (9/1/2007)

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Carl Ehrhard 2005 Rudesheimer Kabinett Feinherb Riesling (Rheingau)

Price $15

Lime, honey and slate aromas mingle easily on the nose of this medium-bodied Riesling, while the flavors show hints of melon rind and plenty of peppery spice. Finshes crisp, with zesty acids balancing a touch of sweetness. Drink now. — J.C. (9/1/2007)

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Carl Ehrhard 2004 Rüdesheimer Berg Roseneck QbA Trocken Pinot Noir (Rheingau)

Price $22

This is one of the more impressive German Pinot Noirs we’ve reviewed at Wine Enthusiast. No, it’s not the most complex Pinot, but the flavors are true and it nails Pinot’s elusive mouthfeel. The silky texture delivers cherry and vanilla flavors, then turns crisp on the finish. — J.C. (6/1/2007)

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Carl Ehrhard 2004 Rudesheimer Kabinett Feinherb Riesling (Rheingau)

Price $14

Although not an officially defined label term, feinherb seems to be gaining in usage to describe a wine that's drier than the traditional fruchtig style, but not as severe as a halbtrocken or trocken. This one is light and fresh, with minerally, spicy notes layered over green apple and citrus. Finishes crisp and nearly dry. — J.C. (7/1/2006)

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Carl Ehrhard 2008 Rudesheimer Kabinett Dry Riesling (Rheingau)

Price $15

Hints of honey and orange marmalade on the nose suggest a wine moving toward maturity at a rapid pace, and one gets a similar impression from the palate, which shows similar development. It’s stony and layered with honeyed citrus without being sweet, with a wiry feel to the lingering finish. Drink now. — J.C. (12/1/2011)

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