Tasting Notes

Wine Advocate by Robert Parker
- 2001 vintage

Tastingnotes by Pierre Rovani

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Forstmeister Geltz - Zilliken (Saar valley)

2001 Forstmeister Geltz-Zilliken Riesling Halbtrocken
An easy-going, mineral and earth-scented wine, the 2001 Riesling Halbtrocken is an excellent value. Light to medium-bodied and soft, it reveals appealing earthy, slate-like flavors. Drink it over the next 3 years. 86 points, drink: 2002-2005, estimated cost: $12, Issue: Wine Advocate #144 (Dec 2002)

2001 Forstmeister Geltz-Zilliken Riesling Kabinett Saarburger Rausch
Verbena and stones can be discerned in the nose of the 2001 Riesling Kabinett Saarburger Rausch. A superb value, it regales the palate with red currants, gravel, and earth. This wine is light to medium-bodied, satin-textured, tangy, elegant, and displays admirable purity of fruit. It should be consumed over the next 4-5 years. 88 points, drink: 2002-2007, estimated cost: $17, Issue: Wine Advocate #144 (Dec 2002)

2001 Forstmeister Geltz-Zilliken Riesling Spatlese Saarburger Rausch
The impressive, outstanding 2001 Riesling Spatlese Saarburger Rausch has a beguiling nose laden with red raspberries. Armed with gorgeous depth and breadth of fruit, this lush wine has a flavor profile composed of jammy red fruits, a characteristic found in the Mosel-Saar-Ruwer's finest offerings. Projected maturity: 2004-2010. 90 points, drink: 2004-2010, estimated cost: $25, Issue: Wine Advocate #144 (Dec 2002)

Gunderloch (Rheinhessen region)

2001 Gunderloch Riesling Auslese Nackenheimer Rothenberg
Gunderloch's 2001 Riesling Auslese Nackenheimer Rothenberg displays a nose of sweet kumquats and honey. On the palate, this big, rich wine explodes with lush, silky-textured layers of sweet stones, gravel, spice, and minerals. It is deep, possesses an admirably long finish, and has a wonderful sweet/sour characteristic that is bound to bring a smile to any German Riesling lover's face. Projected maturity: 2004-2014+. 92 points, drink: 2004-2014, estimated cost: $39, Issue: Wine Advocate #144 (Dec 2002)

2001 Gunderloch Riesling Auslese Nackenheimer Rothenberg (Gold Capsule)
Rich, dense, thick, and deep, the broad 2001 Riesling Auslese Nackenheimer Rothenberg (Gold Capsule) is a big, concentrated, velvety-textured wine. It reveals oodles of exotic fruits, gun flint, and botrytis on the nose. This offering has the depth generally found in Beerenausleses (or even TBAs). This offering's flavor profile is jam-packed with candied pear, earth, flint, mango, eucalyptus, and honey. Projected maturity: 2008-2020+.
94 points, drink: 2008-2020, estimated cost: $41, Issue: Wine Advocate #144 (Dec 2002)

2001 Gunderloch Riesling Spatlese Nackenheimer Rothenberg , estimated cost: $
The gravel-scented 2001 Riesling Spatlese Nackenheimer Rothenberg is a focused, tangy, light to medium-bodied wine. Stones, limes, minerals, and zesty pears can be found in its pure, fresh, crystalline character. Drink it over the next 7-9 years.
88 points, drink: 2002-2011, estimated cost: $28, Issue: Wine Advocate #144 (Dec 2002)

2001 Gunderloch Riesling Kabinett Jean Baptiste
No tasting note given.
84 points, , estimated cost: $ 17, Issue: Wine Advocate #144 (Dec 2002)

Fritz Haag (Mosel valley)

2001 Fritz Haag Riesling Auslese Brauneberger Juffer Sonnenuhr
Candied stones and liquid minerals are intermingled with honeysuckle blossoms in the aromatics of the 2001 Riesling Auslese Brauneberger Juffer Sonnenuhr. This stunner is elegant beyond words, powerful, crystalline, and has a mind-boggling finish. Its light to medium-bodied, satin-textured personality is boldly flavored yet airy. Quartz, assorted minerals, verbena, and hints of candied limes are found in this complete offering's complex character. Anticipated maturity: 2007-2020+.
97 points, drink: 2007-2020, estimated cost: $45, Issue: Wine Advocate #144 (Dec 2002)

2001 Fritz Haag Riesling Kabinett Brauneberger Juffer Sonnenuhr
The stunning, 2001 Riesling Kabinett Brauneberger Juffer Sonnenuhr has the depth and concentration generally associated with Ausleses. Creamy white flowers can be found in its lively aromas. Light to medium-bodied, lush, and softly-textured, this is a broad wine filled with tangy lime-soaked minerals. Rich, focused, and exquisitely balanced, this is a stupendous Kabinett! Drink it over the next 7-8 years.
92 points, drink: 2002-2010, estimated cost: $25, Issue: Wine Advocate #144 (Dec 2002)

2001 Fritz Haag Riesling Spatlese Brauneberger Juffer Sonnenuhr
The demure nose of the 2001 Riesling Spatlese Brauneberger Juffer Sonnenuhr offers delicate floral, mineral, and sweet citrus scents. On the palate, it bursts forth with candied lemons, awesome clarity of flavors, and a noble minerality. Light to medium-bodied and satin-textured, this is a penetrating wine with extraordinary detail and elegance. Additionally, its ethereal core of fruit lingers for over a minute in its focused, highly expressive finish. Projected maturity: 2005-2018.
94 points, drink: 2005-2018, estimated cost: $31, Issue: Wine Advocate #144 (Dec 2002)

Reinhold Haart (Mosel valley)

2001 Reinhold Haart Riesling Auslese Piesporter Domherr
The 2001 Riesling Auslese Piesporter Domherr offers a nose that brings talcum powder to mind. Big, thick, and plush, its attack is broader and richer than the Auslese Goldtropfchen yet it exhibits a more precise mid-palate and finish. Candied minerals make up its flavor profile and distinctive gravel notes are found in its impressive finish. Projected maturity: 2005-2017.
91 points, drink: 2005-2017, estimated cost: $40, Issue: Wine Advocate #144 (Dec 2002)

2001 Reinhold Haart Riesling Auslese Piesporter Goldtropfchen
Smoke-infused stones and verbena can be discerned in the aromatics of the 2001 Riesling Auslese Piesporter Goldtropfchen. This medium-bodied, satin-textured wine is crammed with lime-imbued pears and apples as well as honeyed minerals. Powerful, concentrated, and dense, it reveals a finish of substantial length. If it gains focus and delineation with cellaring my score will appear unjustifiably conservative. Anticipated maturity: 2006-2020.
92 points, drink: 2006-2020, estimated cost: $40, Issue: Wine Advocate #144 (Dec 2002)

2001 Reinhold Haart Riesling Auslese Piesporter Goldtropfchen (Gold Capsule)
The cotton candy, and honeyed botrytis-scented 2001 Riesling Auslese Piesporter Goldtropfchen (Gold Capsule) has characteristics generally associated with Beerenausleses. Its dense, velvety personality is lush, deep, and jam-packed with red berries as well as apricots. This expansive, powerful wine is dominated by sweet fruit, yet considerable acidity lurks beneath the surface. Anticipated maturity: 2007-2024.
93 points, drink: 2007-2024, estimated cost: $??, Issue: Wine Advocate #144 (Dec 2002)

2001 Reinhold Haart Riesling Kabinett Piesporter Goldtropfchen
Gooseberries, spices, and red currants are revealed by the nose of the 2001 Riesling Kabinett Piesporter Goldtropfchen. Candied citrus flavors, gooseberries, and gravel can be found in its detailed yet rich personality. Armed with outstanding depth, this wine regales the palate with silky layers of fruit whose effects linger in its long finish. Drink this excellent value over the next 6 years.
89 points, drink: 2002-2008, estimated cost: $20, Issue: Wine Advocate #144 (Dec 2002)

2001 Reinhold Haart Riesling Spatlese Piesporter Goldtropfchen
The 2001 Riesling Spatlese Piesporter Goldtropfchen offers smoked nut and liquid mineral aromas. Light to medium-bodied, lush and velvety-textured, this is an expressive wine loaded with sugar-coated stones, minerals, and earth. Notes of clay and tangy candied lemons make an appearance in its impressive finish. Drink it between 2005 and 2015.
91 points, drink: 2005-2015, estimated cost: $30, Issue: Wine Advocate #144 (Dec 2002)

2001 Reinhold Haart Riesling Trockenbeerenauslese Piesporter Goldtropfchen
The luxuriant 2001 Riesling Trockenbeerenauslese Piesporter Goldtropfchen displays a nose of caramelized botrytis. On the palate, this syrup-textured wine is medium-bodied and crammed with super-sweet apricots, peaches, raspberries, and spices. Drink it between 2006 and 2030+.
93 points, drink: 2006-2030, estimated cost: $??, Issue: Wine Advocate #144 (Dec 2002)

Karthäuserhof (Ruwer valley)

2001 Karthauserhof (Christoph Tyrell) Riesling Auslese Eitelsbacher Karthauserhofberg
Beguiling aromas of spices and red currants are found in the highly-expressive nose of the 2001 Riesling Auslese Eitelsbacher Karthauserhofberg. While it lacks the depth of the vintage's finest ausleses, this wine regales the palate with well-defined floral, citrus, and spicy red fruit flavors. Projected maturity: Now-2010.
89 points, drink: 2002-2010, estimated cost: $29, Issue: Wine Advocate #144 (Dec 2002)

2001 Karthauserhof (Christoph Tyrell) Riesling Kabinett Eitelsbacher Karthauserhofberg
Karthauserhof's 2001 Riesling Kabinett Eitelsbacher Karthauserhofberg is an excellent value. It reveals a lovely nose of pure, stone-like scents. On the palate, this light to medium-bodied wine is juicy, rich, satin-textured, and layered. Candied lemons, slate, and tangy limes are found in its expressive personality. Drink it over the next 5-6 years.
88 points, drink: 2002-2008, estimated cost: $17, Issue: Wine Advocate #144 (Dec 2002)

Franz Künstler (Rheingau region)

2001 Franz Kunstler (Gunter) Riesling Eiswein Hochheimer Holle
Honeyed tangerines, honeydew melon, and caramel can be detected in the aromas of the medium-bodied 2001 Riesling Eiswein Hochheimer Holle. A lush, syrupy wine, it is crammed with candied apricots, spices, and white peaches. Oily-textured and dense, this offering is concentrated, deep, and sports an extremely long, fruit-packed finish. Drink this gem between 2014 and 2030+.
95 points, drink: 2014-2030, estimated cost: $135, Issue: Wine Advocate #144 (Dec 2002)

2001 Franz Kunstler (Gunter) Riesling Eiswein Hochheimer Kirchenstuck
The 2001 Riesling Eiswein Hochheimer Kirchenstuck reveals caramelized minerals and scoops of honey in its expressive nose. More youthful and unformed than the Hochheimer Holle, it is just as potent and powerful, yet bigger and thicker. My score will appear overly conservative if it gains focus with cellaring. Drink this gem between 2014 and 2030+.
94 points, drink: 2014-2030, estimated cost: $145, Issue: Wine Advocate #144 (Dec 2002)

Mönchhof - Robert Eymael (Mosel valley)

2001 Monchhof Riesling Auslese Erdener Pralat
Surprisingly, the nose of the 2001 Riesling Auslese Erdener Pralat had characteristics generally found in Sauvignon Blancs, namely freshly-mowed wet lawn and gooseberries. This expansive offering offers rich layers of satin-textured candied lemons, cotton candy, and honeyed minerals. It is deep, concentrated, and thick. Projected maturity: 2008-2018.
92 points, drink: 2008-2018, estimated cost: $50, Issue: Wine Advocate #144 (Dec 2002)

2001 Monchhof Riesling Spatlese Urziger Wurzgarten
Spices, candied pears, and minerals can be discerned in the aromatics of the 2001 Riesling Spatlese Urziger Wurzgarten. A highly expressive wine, it bursts on the palate with loads of white flowers, sweet minerals, verbena, chamomile, and spices. Lush yet exceptionally well-focused, its wonderfully delineated flavors last throughout its extensive finish.
90 points, estimated cost: $23, Issue: Wine Advocate #144 (Dec 2002)

Pfeffingen (Pfalz region)

2001 Pfeffingen Riesling Spatlese Ungsteiner Herrenberg
Candied white fruit and earth aromas can be discerned in the nose of the 2001 Riesling Spatlese Ungsteiner Herrenberg. A medium-bodied wine, it is plump, silky-textured, and lush. Its surprisingly soft (for a German Riesling) personality offers buttered quince flavors. Drink it over the next 4-5 years.
87 points, drink: 2002-2007, estimated cost: $21, Issue: Wine Advocate #144 (Dec 2002)

2001 Pfeffingen Scheurebe Auslese Ungsteiner Herrenberg (Gold Capsule)
Sporting a nose reminiscent of a Beerenauslese, the 2001 Scheurebe Auslese Ungsteiner Herrenberg (Gold Capsule) reveals honeyed, botrytised aromas of mangoes, eucalyptus, poached peaches, and spices. Thick and dense, this medium to full-bodied wine coats the palate with loads of spices, peaches, juniper berries, and candied pears whose flavors linger for almost a minute. A spectacular Scheurebe, it has exquisite balance and ferocious concentration. Projected maturity: Now-2018.
94 points, drink: 2002-2018, estimated cost: $23, Issue: Wine Advocate #144 (Dec 2002)

2001 Pfeffingen Scheurebe Spatlese Ungsteiner Herrenberg
Oranges, candied kumquats, mangoes, and spices explode from the boisterous nose of the 2001 Scheurebe Spatlese Ungsteiner Herrenberg. Surprisingly, for a wine sporting such an exotic nose, its flavor profile is more classic. Peanuts, sweetened tea, and notes of earth make up this wine's personality. Medium-bodied and silky-textured, it is rich as well as layered. Drink it over the next 6-7 years.
89 points, drink: 2002-2009, estimated cost: $21, Issue: Wine Advocate #144 (Dec 2002)

Joh. Jos. Prüm (Mosel valley) region)

2001 Joh Jos Prum Riesling Kabinett Wehlener Sonnenuhr
Deep, intense smoky mineral aromas are intermingled with talcum powder and poached pears in the aromatic profile of the 2001 Riesling Kabinett Wehlener Sonnenuhr. Armed with the richness generally associated with a Spatlese (or higher!), this penetrating, ethereal wine coats the taster's palate with lush, silky waves of red currants, honeysuckles, pears, and raspberries. As is typical with wines from this estate, this offering reveals some trapped CO2, which adds to its lively, gorgeously precise and refined personality. Drink it over the next 10 years.
92 points, drink: 2002-2012, estimated cost: $25, Issue: Wine Advocate #144 (Dec 2002)

2001 Joh Jos Prum Riesling Spatlese Graacher Himmelreich
The bigger, thicker, broader 2001 Riesling Spatlese Graacher Himmelreich is the masculine, broad-shouldered brother of the feminine, elegant Wehlener Sonnenuhr Spatlese. White chocolate, sage, smoky minerals, and poached pears can be found in its rich aromas. Medium-bodied, velvety-textured, and soft, it is a large, dense offering with copious quantities of poached pear, slate, gun flint, candied lemon and red currant flavors. Anticipated maturity: 2007-2020.
93 points, drink: 2007-2020, estimated cost: $35, Issue: Wine Advocate #144 (Dec 2002)

2001 Joh Jos Prum Riesling Spatlese Wehlener Sonnenuhr
Aromas of candied limes, smoky slate, and white pepper are found in the explosive nose of the 2001 Riesling Spatlese Wehlener Sonnenuhr. A sultry, seductive wine, it luxuriously slathers the taster's palate with rich, yet focused, layers of juicy lemons, red cherries, currants, blueberries, limes, and pears. Notes of candied raspberries make an appearance in this exceptional offering's unbelievably long finish. Pure, elegant, powerful, deep, and densely packed, it should get even better with cellaring. Projected maturity: 2007-2020+.
94 points, drink: 2007-2020, estimated cost: $37, Issue: Wine Advocate #144 (Dec 2002)

Reichsrat von Buhl (Pfalz region)

2001 Reichsrat Von Buhl Riesling Medium Dry Maria Schneider Jazz
An excellent value, the 2001 Riesling Medium-Dry "Maria Schneider Jazz" (the label is decorated with a saxophone) displays a rich, smoky nose of creamed minerals, slate, and flint. Loads of minerals, earth, and lemons can be found in its well-focused, tangy personality. Drink this refreshing, expressive wine over the next 4 years.
87 points, drink: 2002-2006, estimated cost: $14, Issue: Wine Advocate #144 (Dec 2002)

2001 Reichsrat Von Buhl Riesling Kabinett Armand
Reichsrat von Buhl's 2001 Riesling Kabinett "Armand" is a superb value. This earth and mineral-scented wine explodes on the palate with an expansive array of stones, minerals, and candied lemons. Broad, deep, and intense, it is light to medium-bodied as well as impressively long in the finish. Drink it over the next 5-6 years.
89 points, drink: 2002-2008, estimated cost: $17, Issue: Wine Advocate #144 (Dec 2002)

2001 Reichsrat Von Buhl Riesling Spatlese Forster Jesuitengarten
Sweetened herbal teas such as chamomile and verbena can be found in the boisterous aromas of the 2001 Riesling Spatlese Forster Jesuitengarten. Medium-bodied and lush, it coats the palate with quince-perfumed flint and earth-like flavors. This is a layered, thick, beautifully delineated, and concentrated wine that should be consumed between 2004 and 2016.
90 points, drink: 2004-2016, estimated cost: $28, Issue: Wine Advocate #144 (Dec 2002)

2001 Reichsrat Von Buhl Riesling Spatlese Trocken Maria Schneider Jazz
The 2001 Riesling Spatlese Trocken "Maria Schneider Jazz" offers aromas reminiscent of liquified stones, flint, and minerals. Light to medium-bodied, it is beautifully concentrated and exhibits extraordinary flavor purity in its stone-laden character. Its extensive finish regrettably revealed some bitterness that prevented it from receiving a higher score. Projected maturity: Now-2009.
87 points, drink: 2002-2009, estimated cost: $23, Issue: Wine Advocate #144 (Dec 2002)

Robert Weil (Rheingau region)

2001 Robert Weil Riesling Auslese Kiedrich Grafenberg
Awesome aromas of red fruits, always a positive characteristic in wines from this varietal, can be found in the nose of the medium-bodied 2001 Riesling Auslese Kiedrich Grafenberg. Jammy, baked cherries and apricots make up this stunner's character. Armed with the depth and concentration generally associated with Beerenausleses, it is a fat, plump, thickly-textured monster of a Riesling. Anticipated maturity: 2010-2025+.
94 points, drink: 2010-2025, estimated cost: $49, Issue: Wine Advocate #144 (Dec 2002)

2001 Robert Weil Riesling Auslese Kiedrich Grafenberg (Gold Capsule)
Big and dense, the 2001 Riesling Auslese Kiedrich Grafenberg (Gold Capsule) sports a boisterous nose of honeyed minerals, botrytis, and spice. Surprisingly, given this wine's immense depth and thick personality, it retains great purity as well as exceptional balance. It is Bo Jackson in a bottle, capable of bowling over a 240 pound linebacker while tip-toeing along the sideline. Anticipated maturity: 2012-2030.
97 points, drink: 2012-2030, estimated cost: $??, Issue: Wine Advocate #144 (Dec 2002)

2001 Robert Weil Riesling Eiswein Kiedrich Grafenberg
Spicy pears and apples can be found in the vibrant nose of the 2001 Riesling Eiswein Kiedrich Grafenberg. This awe-inspiring wine conquers the palate with jellied apricots, cherries, white peaches, chamomile, and spices. Prodigiously rich, it is also impeccably balanced and reveals a seemingly never ending finish. Sultry, thickly-textured, yet admirably focused, it has all the characteristics of perfection. Those fortunate enough to afford it should lay it away for many years if the intention is to taste it at full maturity. Anticipated maturity: 2020-2040.
99 points, drink: 2020-2040, estimated cost: $260, Issue: Wine Advocate #144 (Dec 2002)

2001 Robert Weil Riesling Spatlese Kiedrich Grafenberg
Aromatically demure, the 2001 Riesling Spatlese Kiedrich Grafenberg has huge richness, breadth, and depth. Candied minerals, stones, and pears can be found in its concentrated core of fruit. Cellaring will be required for this wine's full potential to blossom. Projected maturity: 2008-2018.
92 points, drink: 2008-2018, estimated cost: $50, Issue: Wine Advocate #144 (Dec 2002)

2001 Robert Weil Riesling Trockenbeerenauslese Kiedrich Grafenberg
The medium to full-bodied 2001 Riesling Trockenbeerenauslese Kiedrich Grafenberg reveals aromas of botrytised-laced earth and mangoes. Bordering on being over-the-top, this syrup of a wine is as thick as 10-W-40 motor oil. If time brings its dense core of caramelized/honeyed fruit focus and delineation my score will appear nonsensically conservative. Projected maturity: 2015-2030+.
95 points, drink: 2015-2030, estimated cost: $396, Issue: Wine Advocate #144 (Dec 2002)

Schloss Lieser (Mosel valley)

2001 Schloss Lieser Riesling Auslese Niederberg Helden
Limestone, fresh clay, and lemons can be discerned in the aromatic profile of the 2001 Riesling Auslese Niederberg Helden. Spicy limes are intermingled with candied pears and sweetened herbal teas in its character. Light to medium-bodied, it reveals tangy citrus fruits in the finish. Projected maturity: Now-2010.
87 points, drink: 2002-2010, estimated cost: $30, Issue: Wine Advocate #144 (Dec 2002)

2001 Schloss Lieser Riesling Auslese Niederberg Helden (2 Star)
The outstanding 2001 Riesling Spatlese Niederberg Helden** offers cotton candy and sweet lime aromas. Soft, satin-textured, and creamy, it coats the palate with broad layers of caramelized minerals and spices. Projected maturity: 2004-2014.
90 points, drink: 2004-2014, estimated cost: $40, Issue: Wine Advocate #144 (Dec 2002)

2001 Schloss Lieser Riesling Beerenauslese Niederberg Helden
Botrytis, minerals, and earth can be discerned in the nose of the 2001 Riesling Beerenauslese Niederberg Helden. Sugar-coated kumquats, jammy apricots, honeyed tea, and tangerines are found in its medium-bodied, lush personality. This wine possesses sumptuous depth as well as a long spice and caramelized peach-flavored finish. Projected maturity: 2006-2025+.
93 points, drink: 2006-2025, estimated cost: $110, Issue: Wine Advocate #144 (Dec 2002)

2001 Schloss Lieser Riesling Spatlese Niederberg Helden
The earth and stone-scented 2001 Riesling Spatlese Niederberg Helden offers appealing spiced mineral flavors in its character. Light-bodied and silky-textured, it suffers from a bit of dilution in the mid-palate. Drink it over the next 5 years.
85 points, drink: 2002-2007, estimated cost: $24, Issue: Wine Advocate #144 (Dec 2002)

J. Wegeler (Mosel valley)

2001 Wegeler Riesling Auslese Bernkasteler Doctor
The fat, plump, medium-bodied 2001 Riesling Auslese Bernkasteler Doctor appears to lack the Spatlese's equilibrium. Its sweet earth aromas lead to a thickly-textured core of super-ripe spiced pears. Drink it over the next 15 years.
90 points, drink: 2002-2017, estimated cost: $69, Issue: Wine Advocate #144 (Dec 2002)

2001 Wegeler Riesling Beerenauslese Bernkasteler Doctor
Honeyed minerals and sweetened herbal teas make up the nose of the 2001 Riesling Beerenauslese Bernkasteler Doctor. Jammy pears are found in this medium-bodied beauty's personality. It sports substantial amounts of residual sugar yet tastes drier than it is due to the effects of the botrytis. Smoky, spicy, powerful, lush, and intense, it also possesses a long, caramelized fruit-packed finish. Anticipated maturity: 2008-2020+ 94 points, drink: 2008-2020, estimated cost: $110, Issue: Wine Advocate #144 (Dec 2002)

2001 Wegeler Riesling Kabinett Wehlener Sonnenuhr
The 2001 Riesling Kabinett Wehlener Sonnenuhr reveals a fresh nose of spicy, floral scents. Light-bodied, this good value is a juicy, lemon and mineral-infused wine with a focused, smile-inducing personality. Drink it over the next 4-5 years.
86 points, drink: 2002-2007, estimated cost: $19, Issue: Wine Advocate #144 (Dec 2002)

2001 Wegeler Riesling Spatlese
The deep, dense 2001 Riesling Spatlese displays aromas reminiscent of candied citrus fruits and honeysuckle blossoms. Lush, well-focused, and vibrant, this wine is a well-crafted, sweet-mineral-dominated offering. Anticipated maturity: Now-2009.
88 points, drink: 2002-2009, estimated cost: $22, Issue: Wine Advocate #144 (Dec 2002)

2001 Wegeler Riesling Spatlese Bernkasteler Doctor
Candied pears and apples can be found in the nose of the medium-bodied 2001 Riesling Spatlese Bernkasteler Doctor. This beautifully balanced wine reveals awe-inspiring clarity of flavors as well as huge depth and length. It exhibits a zesty mineral and candied lime-flavored personality and admirable concentration. Drink it between 2004 and 2014.
91 points, drink: 2004-2014, estimated cost: $45, Issue: Wine Advocate #144 (Dec 2002)

2001 Wegeler Riesling Spatlese Wehlener Sonnenuhr
Gorgeously detailed sweet minerals can be found in the aromatics of the 2001 Riesling Spatlese Wehlener Sonnenuhr. Juicy, fresh, soft, and plush, it is a tangy, light to medium-bodied wine with excellent depth of fruit. Projected maturity: Now-2010.
88 points, drink: 2002-2010, estimated cost: $27, Issue: Wine Advocate #144 (Dec 2002)

J. Wegeler (Rheingau region)

2001 Wegeler Riesling Auslese Geisenheimer Rothenberg
The 2001 Riesling Auslese Geisenheimer Rothenberg displays dried honey and candied pear aromas. Lush, fat, and soft, it offers silky layers of sweet quinine-infused minerals. Projected maturity: Now-2014.
89 points, drink: 2002-2014, estimated cost: $44, Issue: Wine Advocate #144 (Dec 2002)

2001 Wegeler Riesling Eiswein Geisenheimer Rothenberg
What the larger than life 2001 Riesling Eiswein Geisenheimer Rothenberg lacks in elegance it compensates for with its hedonistically chewy, fruit-packed personality. Big, thick, and dense, this rich, plush wine coats the taster's palate with sugar coated lemons, caramel, honey, and molasses-like flavors. Drink it over the next 25+ years.
93 points, drink: 2002-2027, estimated cost: $65, Issue: Wine Advocate #144 (Dec 2002)

2001 Wegeler Riesling Kabinett (Rheingau)
Fresh earth aromas are found in the nose of the 2001 Riesling Kabinett. Light to medium-bodied, pure, and soft, this satin-textured wine offers limestone, clay, and smoked mineral flavors. Drink it over the next 4-5 years.
87 points, drink: 2002-2007, estimated cost: $18, Issue: Wine Advocate #144 (Dec 2002)

Dr. F. Weins-Prüm (Mosel valley)

2001 Dr F Weins-Prum Riesling Auslese Wehlener Sonnenuhr
Complex aromas of honeyed minerals, slate, and red fruits can be discerned in the nose of the 2001 Riesling Auslese Wehlener Sonnenuhr. Medium-bodied, this is a deep, pure, and powerful wine with outstanding depth, concentration and length. Candied red currants dominate this well-strewn offering's luscious yet delineated character. Projected maturity: 2004-2015.
91 points, drink: 2004-2015, estimated cost: $34, Issue: Wine Advocate #144 (Dec 2002)

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