Egon Muller, Scharzhofberger Spatlese 2023

Like the old-vines Kabinett, the 2023 Scharzhofberger Spätlese (AP #6) also opens with a coolish and still discreet yet concentrated bouquet of broken slate and wet clay. On the palate, this is a dense, enormously juicy and savory Spätlese with lemon zest aromas, ripe, elegant acidity and a grippy mineral structure. It is very salty again and always savory and fresh. This is a great Scharzhofebger that should be cellared for at least 10 or, better, 20+ years. Tasted in April 2024, the night before the terrible spring frost destroyed 90% of the potential crop.

Drink Date: 2035 - 2075