2012 Joh Jos Prum Riesling Auslese Gold Cap Wehlener Sonnenuhr

Riesling - 750ML
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WA 96 WS 94
WA 96

Robert Parker's Wine Advocate, February 2015

More reductive on the nose than the Himmelreich Auslese Gold Capsule, the 2012 Wehlener Sonnenuhr Riesling Auslese Gold Capsule (AP #19 13) combines its deeper mineral character with a perfect expression of highly noble...
WS 94

Wine Spectator, August 2014

Offers a rich and spicy aroma, with honeyed notes to the plush ripe peach, melon and apricot flavors, accented by plenty of jellied citrus hints and backed by zesty acidity. Golden raisin details emerge on the endless...

WINE DETAILS

Color & Type
Dessert
Varietal
Riesling
Country
Germany
Region
Mosel Saar Ruwer
Sub-region
Middle Mosel
Appellation
Wehlen
Sub-appellation
Sonnenuhr
Vintage
2012
Size
750ML

The 2012 Joh Jos Prum Riesling Wehlener Sonnenuhr Auslese GoldKapsel from the Mosel Saar Ruwer region of Germany is a distinguished white wine that continues to garner high praise from industry professionals. Hailing from the Middle Mosel sub-region, this Riesling is crafted by the renowned Joh Jos Prum winery and is recognized for its depth and complexity.

Wine Spectator awarded this wine a score of 94, highlighting its "rich and spicy aroma" that complements the "plush ripe peach, melon and apricot flavors." The review notes the presence of "honeyed notes" and "jellied citrus hints," which are supported by "zesty acidity." The wine is further praised for its "endless finish" where "golden raisin details emerge," recommending it as enjoyable from now through 2042.

Robert Parker's Wine Advocate provided an even more favorable assessment, scoring it at 96. Stephan Reinhardt describes the wine as "more reductive on the nose than the Himmelreich Auslese Gold Capsule" and notes its "deeper mineral character." He emphasizes its "perfect expression of highly noble botrytis," adding that the finish is "piquant and firm," with a "more grippy and stringent" quality. Reinhardt acknowledges that while it may currently lack the finesse and elegance of the Himmelreich, it possesses the "density and complexity for a long flight over the years."

This Riesling, although currently showing a robust and firm character, is expected to evolve gracefully, with potential for extended aging. With excellent reviews praising its rich flavors and complex structure, the 2012 Joh Jos Prum Riesling Wehlener Sonnenuhr Auslese GoldKapsel stands out as a noteworthy wine for both current enjoyment and future contemplation.