96-98 points Peter Moser (Falstaff): "Light greenish yellow, silver reflections. Nuances of ripe yellow tropical fruit, candied orange zest, hints of mango and peach, underpinned with mineral notes. Good complexity, medium body, has very good length, already harmonious and ready to drink, good ageing potential. Alcohol 13%. (7/10/23)"
97 points Stuart Pigott (JamesSuckling.com): "White grapefruit aromas greet you first, followed by lemongrass, green papayas, anise and flint stones. Mineral and driven, a little austere for now, with a medium body and tight, linear structure. Very precise. This has a long way to go. Drink or hold. (9/13/23)"
96 points Anne Krebiehl, MW (Vinous): "The 2022 Riesling Loibenberg Smaragd is from one steep, convex parcel at higher elevation, shaded by a higher ridge in the late afternoon. For the warm Loibenberg, this is a rather cool spot. The nose is shy at first, with the merest crackle of reduction still hovering in the background. The palate is a picture of clarity, displaying pure, absolutely translucent citrus that shimmers with tangerine one moment and zestier Meyer lemon next. A slight backdrop of yeast buffers the undeniable stoniness and adds body and gentleness to this essentially taut, bright, smooth but super slender wine. The finish rings with zestiness—gentle and quiet but oh so definite. Purity and elegance characterize this wine absolutely. (Bone-dry) Drink: 2027-2050. (Feb 2024)"
95 points Stephen Brook (Decanter): "Although not quite as celebrated as some growers, Leo Alzinger and his son, also Leo, always produce outstanding wines. This classic style from Loibenberg has an intense and lean nose, with citrus and pear aromas. The attack is precise, showing concentration and finesse. Lime flavours dominate the palate, which is linear, zesty, and racy. Beautifully poised, this has a long filigree finish. Drinking Window: 2026-2040. (9/4/23)"
97 points Stuart Pigott (JamesSuckling.com): "White grapefruit aromas greet you first, followed by lemongrass, green papayas, anise and flint stones. Mineral and driven, a little austere for now, with a medium body and tight, linear structure. Very precise. This has a long way to go. Drink or hold. (9/13/23)"
96 points Anne Krebiehl, MW (Vinous): "The 2022 Riesling Loibenberg Smaragd is from one steep, convex parcel at higher elevation, shaded by a higher ridge in the late afternoon. For the warm Loibenberg, this is a rather cool spot. The nose is shy at first, with the merest crackle of reduction still hovering in the background. The palate is a picture of clarity, displaying pure, absolutely translucent citrus that shimmers with tangerine one moment and zestier Meyer lemon next. A slight backdrop of yeast buffers the undeniable stoniness and adds body and gentleness to this essentially taut, bright, smooth but super slender wine. The finish rings with zestiness—gentle and quiet but oh so definite. Purity and elegance characterize this wine absolutely. (Bone-dry) Drink: 2027-2050. (Feb 2024)"
95 points Stephen Brook (Decanter): "Although not quite as celebrated as some growers, Leo Alzinger and his son, also Leo, always produce outstanding wines. This classic style from Loibenberg has an intense and lean nose, with citrus and pear aromas. The attack is precise, showing concentration and finesse. Lime flavours dominate the palate, which is linear, zesty, and racy. Beautifully poised, this has a long filigree finish. Drinking Window: 2026-2040. (9/4/23)"
| Product SKU | 347939 |
| Producer | Alzinger |
| Country | Austria |
| Region | Niederösterreich |
| SubRegion | Wachau |
| Varietal | Riesling |
| Vintage | 2022 |
| Size | 750ml |
| Color | White |
| ABV | 13.5% |
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