2021 Donnhoff Schlossbockelheimer Felsenberg Felsenturmchen Riesling Grosses Gewachs

Riesling - 750ML
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WA 96 JS 95
WA 96

Robert Parker's Wine Advocate, August 2022

Dönnhoff's 2021 Felsenberg GG is pure, bright and flinty on the deep, intense and iodine nose that also reveals phenolic complexity. Full-bodied but refined and elegant on the plate, this is a balanced and light-footed...
JS 95

jamessuckling.com, July 2022

A rough diamond that is harder than almost anything else in the known universe! Radically stony and quite smoky, too. Ample body with ripe acidity that’s not at all pointed, yet this is a pretty austere wine with enormous...

WINE DETAILS

Color & Type White
Varietal Riesling
Country Germany
Region Nahe
Sub-region Schlossbockelheim
Appellation Felsenberg
Vintage 2021
Size 750ML
Percent alcohol 13%
Closure Cork

The 2021 Donnhoff Schlossbockelheimer Felsenberg Felsenturmchen Riesling Grosses Gewachs is a German white wine hailing from the Nahe region, specifically the Felsenberg appellation in Schlossbockelheim. Produced by Donnhoff, this Riesling offers a distinct profile, encapsulating the unique characteristics of its terroir.

James Suckling awarded this wine a commendable score of 95 points, describing it as "a rough diamond that is harder than almost anything else in the known universe!" He highlighted its radically stony and smoky nature, noting its ample body balanced by ripe acidity that avoids pointed sharpness. Suckling also pointed out its "enormous drive at the bold finish," and mentioned that it is produced from organically grown grapes with Fair'n Green certification. He concluded that the wine can be enjoyed now or held for future development (jamessuckling.com, 7/25/2022).

In an even more favorable review, Robert Parker's Wine Advocate gave the 2021 Felsenberg GG an impressive 96 points. The review detailed the wine's "pure, bright and flinty" nose, imbued with phenolic complexity and iodine hints. On the palate, it is full-bodied yet refined and elegant, boasting a balance of juicy fruit and crystalline acidity. The tannins are understated compared to other wines from the same producer, allowing for a rich yet refined and saline finish, adorned with delicate lemon bitters and lush fruit. The review emphasized that while the wine is already charming, it will reward patience, suggesting it will develop greater complexity and finesse with age. This wine has a stated alcohol content of 13% and is sealed with a natural cork (Robert Parker's Wine Advocate, 8/25/2022).

Overall, the 2021 Donnhoff Schlossbockelheimer Felsenberg Felsenturmchen Riesling Grosses Gewachs is a well-crafted wine that has garnered high praise from experts, making it a standout choice for Riesling enthusiasts and collectors alike.