2007 Donnhoff Oberhauser Brucke Riesling Spatlese

Riesling - 750ML
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REVIEWS

JG 96 WA 94 VN 93 WS 92
JG 96

View From The Cellar, March 2008

At this point in the tour de force of Spätlesen in the Dönnhoff cellars this year, I was beginning to run out of superlatives, but the 2007 Brücke Spätlese managed to take everything up another notch in quality. The...
WA 94

Robert Parker's Wine Advocate, October 2009

Lemon, grapefruit, red raspberry and persimmon rise from the glass of 2007 Oberhauser Brucke Riesling Spatlese, whose palate dynamics seem like chamber music after the thundering, orchestral Kupfergrube. Saline and wet...
VN 93

Vinous, January 2009

Subtle aromas of lichee, lemon oil and smoked pine nuts. Rich tropical fruits with a hint of smoke and an intriguing piquancy on the palate. A subtle acidity gives the sweet, spicy finish a rather feminine aspect. Very...
WS 92

Wine Spectator, April 2009

An elegant, playful white, with grapefruit, apricot, vanilla and mineral flavors dancing across the palate. Fine intensity and a lingering finish. Drink now through 2022. — BS

WINE DETAILS

Color & Type White
Varietal Riesling
Country Germany
Region Nahe
Sub-region Oberhausen an der Nahe
Appellation Brucke
Vintage 2007
Size 750ML
Percent alcohol 9%
Closure Cork

The 2007 Donnhoff Oberhauser Brucke Riesling Spatlese is a white wine from the Nahe region of Germany. Made from the Riesling varietal, this wine has a vibrant and elegant character that is sure to impress even the most discerning palates.

In the glass, this Riesling displays a pale yellow color, hinting at its delicacy and finesse. The nose is a symphony of aromas, with notes of lemon, grapefruit, red raspberry, and persimmon rising from the glass. These fruity aromas are complemented by hints of saline, wet stone mineral, and deep, malty nut oil richness. The complexity of the bouquet is simply mesmerizing.

On the palate, this wine dances across the tongue with grace and precision. The flavors of berry and citrus shine through, supported by a subtle acidity that adds a refreshing touch. The finish is ravishingly intricate, leaving a lasting impression that lingers on the palate.

Renowned wine critic Robert Parker's Wine Advocate awarded this wine an outstanding score of 94 points. He describes it as a "chamber music" experience, highlighting the refined and nuanced nature of this Spatlese. Parker also suggests that this wine has the potential to age for 20 or more years, promising even greater fascination with time.

Other critics have also praised this wine. Vinous awarded it 93 points, noting the subtle aromas of lichee, lemon oil, and smoked pine nuts. Wine Spectator gave it a score of 92, describing it as an elegant and playful white with fine intensity and a lingering finish. John Gilman of View From The Cellar awarded it an impressive 96 points, highlighting its precise nose, rock-solid core of fruit, brilliant delineation, and stunning length.

In conclusion, the 2007 Donnhoff Oberhauser Brucke Riesling Spatlese is a white wine that embodies elegance, complexity, and finesse. With its vibrant flavors, intricate finish, and potential for aging, this wine is a true gem from the Nahe region of Germany.