2017 Siefersheim Riesling trocken VDP.Ortswein "Porphyr", Rheinhessen, Germany

Firm, fairly cool, polished nose, stone fruit and a hint of citrus, prominent, fairly dark mineral notes, light herbaceous, floral and peppery aromas. Firm, ripe, juicy, fairly cool fruit on the palate, herbaceous and light floral aromas, hint of black berries, elegant, lively acidity, light grip, yeasty traces, good substance and persistence, clear contours and fairly prominent peppery notes on a very good, firm, juicy finish. Already quite approachable, and will be at its best with a little more maturation.

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