Weingut Egon Muller Scharzhofberger Kabinett Riesling 2010

I love these style of wines as they have interest and appeal with a beautiful balance between acidity and sweetness.  It is my goal this year to taste more German Rieslings to increase my understanding of the variety. I have never had a wine from Egon Muller that I haven't liked and this wine continues that trend.

Weingut Egon Muller Scharzhofberger Kabinett Riesling 2010

Poached pears anyone? This wine is riddled with those divine fruits plus a bit of peach fuzz and wet river pebbles.  Compared to the 09 this is a little riper and more comforting but I love how Egon has balanced that sweetness with razor sharp acidity.  As soon as the flavours disappear from my mouth I want to go back for another sip.  Love it!

Alcohol: 9.5%
Price: $75
Rated: 90
Drink: Now - 2026
Importer: Negociants

Egon Muller Scharzhofberger Riesling Spatlese 2009

God it is a huge effort to write the name of these German wines in your tasting notes book.  Is it worth it? A definitive yes! The wines are spectacular to say the least.  This wine from the Scharzhof vineyard is located South West of Frankfurt.  They have bicycle tours that run from winery to winery.  It must be good to be healthy and drink alcohol, while you are on holidays.

Egon Muller Scharzhofberger Riesling Spatlese 2009

I thought the Kabinett was good but this takes it to the next level.  The wine entices you in with green apples and lime juice then it turns devilish as the richness is ramped up to an almost extreme level.  If you have watched the Simpsons when Homer drinks some wax to win a chilli eating competition, then you can ideantify with how much this wine coats your mouth.  The flavours never let up as minerals and a bunch of fresh flowers join the show.  Give it a little time in the bottle as the sulfur oppresses the nose a bit.  There is no problem with sulfur on the palate. 

Alcohol: 8%
Price: $160
Rated: 95+
Drink: 2015 - 2032
Importer: Negociants