The 2019 Donnhoff Hollenpfad im Muhlenberg Riesling Grosses Gewachs Trocken is a standout Riesling from the Nahe region in Germany. Produced by Donnhoff, this white wine showcases the varietal's potential for complexity and depth. It is crafted from organically grown grapes and boasts a Fair'n Green certification, reflecting sustainable viticulture practices.
James Suckling awarded this wine an impressive 98 points, highlighting its "concentrated and racy" nature. He describes the wine as being elevated by "the mystery of ancient herbs," and notes its "almost supernatural brightness and austerity." Suckling emphasizes the wine's "old-vine concentration" and praises its "seemingly endless minerality at the finish," suggesting it is suitable for both immediate enjoyment or for aging.
Robert Parker's Wine Advocate also reviewed this wine favorably, awarding it 94 points. The review, based on a pre-bottling sample, describes the Riesling as having a "pure, elegant and coolish" nose, marked by a "flinty, refined, very well articulated and precise" profile. The palate is characterized as "full-bodied yet super fine," with a "crystalline and salty" texture. The review highlights the wine's linearity, piquancy, and elegance, pointing out its "very good length, intensity and complexity," and labeling it as "highly promising."
With an alcohol content of 13.0%, this Riesling is noted for its balance and finesse. The combination of high-altitude vineyard sites and old-vine concentration contributes to its unique profile, making it a noteworthy choice for Riesling enthusiasts seeking a wine with both character and depth.