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Scharzhofberger Pergentsknopp Grosses Gewachs, Van Volxem 2011

RegionGermany
Subregion Germany > Mosel
ColourWhite
TypeStill
Grape VarietyRiesling

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Tasting Notes

The Van Volxem 2011 Scharzhofberger Riesling P(ergentsknopp) – whose name I inscribe that way because the old vineyard name Pergentsknopp has been snuck onto the small-print label even though the more prominent one displays only a capital “P” allusion to its specific site of origin – leads with at once cooling and pungent scents of wintergreen, mint and cress along with allusions to the apple, white peach and yellow plum that then sappily inform a satiny palate. Wet stone, pungent struck flint and piquant fruit pit add interesting counterpoint to a sustained and infectiously juicy finish. Here is another instance – one of the most striking at this address – of a polished, almost creamy and subtly glycerol-slicked as well as substantial wine that nonetheless preserves admirable clarity and refreshment. Look for it to reward return visits through the end of this decade.

92
David Schildknecht, Wine Advocate (209), October 2013
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