Josef Leitz Rüdesheimer Magdelenenkreuz
  Riesling Kabinett 1998

Josef Leitz Rüdesheimer Magdelenenkreuz Riesling Kabinett 1998: A typical bold green tinge to this pale golden wine. The nose has a mineral character, with some richly-edged white fruits, although overall it suggests a very youthful, tightly-wound wine. The palate lives up to this expectation, with lots of acidity. It is full bodied, powerful, although with a hint of pétillance. Towards the finish there are some suggestions of winemaking imprint, and perhaps further complexity to come, with coffee-tinged, oatmeal and spice character.  A good, lingering finish. This wine needs more time. 16+/20 AP Nr. 2 40 79 010 99 (20/5/02)