Haag's 2015 Lieser Niederberg Helden Riesling Spätlese is very clear, elegant and aromatic on the nose, with perfectly ripe Riesling and cool, mineral flavors. Clear, lush and fresh, almost piquant on the palate, this is a sweet and intense Spätlese. It has a very fine texture and a gorgeous mineral finish. Well structured, this is a picture-book Helden that combines complexity with finesse, grip and mineral tension. It has great aging potential. Perhaps the best expression of the Helden terroir? - Stephan Reinhardt

The 2015 Helden Spätlese from Schloss Lieser is outstanding, jumping from the glass in a vibrant blend of fresh lime, pear, a touch of mossiness, a lovely base of slate, wild yeasts and lime zest in the upper register. On the palate the wine is pure, medium-full, tangy and complex, with a lovely core, excellent focus and bounce, bright acids and outstanding length and grip on the seamless and bouncy finish. Lovely juice. 2016-2045.