Heyl zu Herrnnsheim Niersteiner Brudersberg
  Riesling Spätlese 1988

Heyl zu Herrnsheim Niersteiner Brudersberg Riesling Spätlese 1988: A pale, lemon-green-golden wine, with good evidence of complexity on the nose. Despite its age there's a great depth of fruit, together with petrol and mealy aromas, a rich, honeyed edge, as well as nuances of smoke and thyme. The palate doesn't disappoint. It has a delightful weight, quite richly textured, with forceful yet balanced acidity. This, together with tingling residual carbon dioxide, even after all this time in bottle, keeps up with the almost creamy mouthfeel. There's a bitter and peppery twist towards finish, suggestive of almonds. Delightfully structured, delicious wine. 17/20 AP Nr. 4 382 093 29 89 (10/6/02)