The 2001 Riesling Auslese Brauneberger Juffer-Sonnenuhr** has awesome aromatic depth, displaying sweet, honeyed liquid minerals and hints of pineapple. On the palate, this stupendous Auslese has extraordinary breadth, clarity, and length. A massive yet balanced and harmonious wine, it admirably sports immense weight with the grace of a ballerina. Its layered character is crammed with well-delineated yet immensely ripe pears and apples. Slate, minerals, and traces of botrytised honey can be found in its superb finish. Drink this lush, pure wine between 2010 and 2022+. Importer: David Shiverick, Langdon-Shiverick, Cleveland, OH; tel. (216) 861-6800.

Rich and succulent, this '01 Riesling is a bundle of energy, full of personality and lime, peach, spice and mineral aromas and flavors. Drink now through 2012. 100 cases made, 50 cases imported.??–BS??Region: Germany / Mosel-Saar-Ruwer Select to Add

Dirk Richter makes wonderful, pure wines at this estate, which has been in his family for 300 years. Aromas of sweet honey and botrytis lead to an intensely flavored wine, filled with vibrant tastes of wild fruits and sweet apricots. ——R.V.(1/1/2004)—— 92