JJ Prüm Wehlener Sonnenuhr Riesling Spätlese 1990

JJ Prüm Wehlener Sonnenuhr Riesling Spätlese 1990: The colour here suggests nothing out of the ordinary, being a fairly pale golden yellow, although it is perhaps a little richer and less green than many of the Mosel wines I have tried recently. Powerful and intense aromas on the nose, which has a classic petrol fume character, although this soon closes down and is then dominated by youthful, intense, sweet lime pastille fruit. Real style on the palate, though, which has glorious balance, with a sweet and round texture and delightful, subtle yet tingling acidity. There's a mealy, branny, honeyed yet fresh aspect coming in with quite a flourish on the midpalate, with more classic petrol fumes, and some spice as well. This is a real treat for the senses. A rich finish, and what a length - it just goes on and on! this is just glorious stuff. 19/20 AP Nr. 2 576 511 1 92 (29/4/02)