Winery - Knipser
* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
Slight hint of sulfur at first, but it blows off and the nose opens to reveal a rich medley of ripe orchard fruit tinged with dried tarragon and savory spice. Crisp, bright and laden with a patchwork of flavors: ripe apples, pears and stone fruit against a backdrop of earthy minerality. Broad yet only medium bodied, with a moderately long finish.
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
This unique blend of 51% Gewürz and 49% Riesling boasts an expressive and flowery bouquet of spice, baked apples and pears, and hints of lychee fruit. Full-bodied without being heavy, it finishes off-dry, with impressive notes of bergamot. Imported by Magellan Wine Imports.
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
It’s roughly two-thirds Chardonnay, one-third Pinot Blanc, made in a dry style. Smells like vanilla and pears, but there’s also a persistent vinegary note that creeps in and doesn't fade. Tasters less sensitive to this character will no doubt find more to like. Imported by Magellan Wine Imports.
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
Very earthy aromas of root tubers, roast meat and a hint of strawberry gumdrop. This is medium-bodied, with grippy tannins, and comes across as slightly awkward and warm on the palate, with flavors of jammy red fruit. Fairly simple, with a relatively short warm finish.
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
Excessively woody, with powerful smoke and cedar notes that cover modest beet flavors. The bouquet features additional oak-derived scents of vanilla and an odd, marzipan-like quality. Oak fans will think this wine’s been underrated.
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
An unoaked blend of 68% Chardonnay and 32% Pinot Blanc, with the peach and sweet-corn Chard flavors to pair with the orange and grapefruit notes of the Pinot Blanc. It’s round and mouthfilling, finishing with hints of spice and citrus. Drink now.
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
Even if 2006 is not the best vintage for Pinot Noir in the Pfalz, Knipser’s basic bottling is still a solid, light to medium-weight red. Brown sugar and grilled beet-root aromas give way to toasty, woody flavors that include cinnamon, nutmeg and vanilla.
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
Full-bodied and rich, even a little oily in texture, this is a big mouthful of Riesling, yet it’s spicy and floral, making for an elegant presentation. Drink it now to make the most of its intricate bouquet.
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Knipser Riesling - 2005
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
Relatively round and lush for a dry German Riesling, with pronounced ripeness and texture. A hint of diesel marks the bouquet, followed by scents of superripe apples, honey and dried apricot, while the flavors add notes of mineral and spice. A long, spice-driven finish completes the package.
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Knipser Riesling - 2004
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
Slaty minerality frames bold pineapple and lime aromas and flavors in this medium-bodied, nearly dry Riesling. Fresh and minerally on the finish.
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Knipser Riesling - 2006
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