Fuller in body than the Graacher Himmelreich (recommended above), this is no less refined, showing a silky texture and graceful balance. Its aromas of tangerine, nectarine and jasmine tea are anchored by darkly vivid notes of slate, feeling energetic and intense. Valckenberg Int'l.

Alluring scents of honeysuckle and clover mingled with yeastiness; bittersweet notes of apple pip and skin render the Prum 2009 Wehlener Sonnenuhr Riesling Kabinett an invigorating treat. Very subtly creamy it nevertheless puts its emphasis on refreshment and clarity of flavors with stony mineral character and inner-mouth floral perfume clearly discernable through gossamer folds of fruit. This finishes with terrific persistence yet understatement. A particularly restrained sense of sweetness and efficacious acids suggest to me a wine that could be enjoyed more in its first 3-5 years than is usually the case with Prum Rieslings. But it ought to keep well for at least 15 years. -David Schildknecht

Manfred Prüm's 2009 Wehlener Sonnenuhr Kabinett is a bit bigger than usual and perhaps a bit drier as well at 9% abv but it still displays hallmark notes of slate lime and apple. Fruit mineral and gingery spice notes linger on the finish. J.C.