95 points John Gilman (View From the Cellar): "The 2016 Wehlener 'Sonnenuhr' Spätlese AP #12 was another wine from the vintage that I had a chance to retaste in May at the estate and came away as impressed as I was back in February. The gorgeous nose jumps from the glass in a classic blend of pear, white cherry, orange zest, bee pollen, vanilla bean, a great base of slate, spring flowers and the faintest hint of petrol. On the palate the wine is medium-full, zesty and absolutely precise, with great depth and nascent complexity, perfect balance and a very long, very youthful and very, very promising finish. This will be a great bottle of Spätlese from the Wehlener Sonnenuhr! 2025-2065. (May/Jun 2018)"
94 points Stephan Reinhardt (Wine Advocate): "The 2016 Wehlener Sonnenuhr Spätlese (AP 23 17) is still discreet, floral and finely mineral rather than fruity on the nose compared to the other 2016 Spätlesen. Lush, piquant and juicy on the palate, this is a firm but sensual Sonnenuhr with remarkable finesse, lightness and lingering salinity. Tasted March 2018. Drink: 2020-2045. (Apr 2018)"
93 points Wine Spectator: "[$55 list] Intense but lithe, with lively acidity that provides fine cut to the mango, slate and chamomile flavors. A savory mineral note stands out toward the end, with graceful floral hints lingering on the pure-tasting finish. Drink now through 2038. 400 cases made. (6/15/18)"
93 points David Schildknecht (Vinous): "Headily sweet scents of gardenia, lily and honeysuckle mingle with those of fresh apple and pear, setting the tone for a succulently fruity, delicate palate loaded with inner-mouth perfume. With an enveloping sense of richness, the finish lingers lusciously, almost decadently. It would be a shame not to allow this some time in bottle before uncorking -- advice which the Prüms would emphatically give you about all of their wines! Drink: 2019-2040. (Jan 2018)"
93 points and 'Top 100 Wine of 2018 (#79),' International Wine Report: "The 2016 Wehlener Sonnenuhr Riesling Spätlese is a sensational showing. This beautifully ripe and utterly delicious Riesling beings with striking aromas of white peach, lime zest, apricots, green tea and wet stones all taking shape. On the palate this displays an outstanding overall combination of ripe fruit and acidity, with a gorgeous textural richness that makes it nearly impossible to resist. It continues to impress as it demonstrates remarkable balance and precision through he succulent finish. While the Wehlener Sonnenuhr Spätlese is already simply sublime, it looks to be destined for an even brighter future in years to come."
94 points Stephan Reinhardt (Wine Advocate): "The 2016 Wehlener Sonnenuhr Spätlese (AP 23 17) is still discreet, floral and finely mineral rather than fruity on the nose compared to the other 2016 Spätlesen. Lush, piquant and juicy on the palate, this is a firm but sensual Sonnenuhr with remarkable finesse, lightness and lingering salinity. Tasted March 2018. Drink: 2020-2045. (Apr 2018)"
93 points Wine Spectator: "[$55 list] Intense but lithe, with lively acidity that provides fine cut to the mango, slate and chamomile flavors. A savory mineral note stands out toward the end, with graceful floral hints lingering on the pure-tasting finish. Drink now through 2038. 400 cases made. (6/15/18)"
93 points David Schildknecht (Vinous): "Headily sweet scents of gardenia, lily and honeysuckle mingle with those of fresh apple and pear, setting the tone for a succulently fruity, delicate palate loaded with inner-mouth perfume. With an enveloping sense of richness, the finish lingers lusciously, almost decadently. It would be a shame not to allow this some time in bottle before uncorking -- advice which the Prüms would emphatically give you about all of their wines! Drink: 2019-2040. (Jan 2018)"
93 points and 'Top 100 Wine of 2018 (#79),' International Wine Report: "The 2016 Wehlener Sonnenuhr Riesling Spätlese is a sensational showing. This beautifully ripe and utterly delicious Riesling beings with striking aromas of white peach, lime zest, apricots, green tea and wet stones all taking shape. On the palate this displays an outstanding overall combination of ripe fruit and acidity, with a gorgeous textural richness that makes it nearly impossible to resist. It continues to impress as it demonstrates remarkable balance and precision through he succulent finish. While the Wehlener Sonnenuhr Spätlese is already simply sublime, it looks to be destined for an even brighter future in years to come."
| Product SKU | 330462 |
| Producer | Prüm/JJ |
| Country | Germany |
| Region | Mosel |
| Varietal | Riesling |
| Designation | Spatlese |
| Vintage | 2016 |
| Size | 750ml |
| Color | White |
| ABV | 8.0% |
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