2001 Dernau Pfarrwingert Frühburgunder Auslese trocken, Ahr, Germany

Spicy oak on the nose, as well as red and black berries and cherries, as well as cool mineral notes, and a bit of dried fruit in the background.. Pure, firm and juicy fruit, the acidity is present and almost piquant, very full body, supple, slightly toasty notes, almost a little overripe, thus appears a little rustic in style, on the palate firm with fine-grained, noticeable tannins and excellent structure, very persistent, lots of power and noticeable alcohol, long finish. Needs time to develop.

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