The 2018 Joh Jos Prüm Wehlener Sonnenuhr Riesling Auslese GOLDKAPSEL from Mosel, Germany is a stunning example of the region's mastery of Riesling. This wine, produced by the renowned Joh Jos Prüm, is a shining example of their expertise and dedication to quality. The nose is immediately greeted with vibrant notes of green apple, pear, and citrus, followed by subtle hints of honey and petrol. On the palate, the wine is beautifully balanced with a luscious sweetness that is complemented by a refreshing acidity. Flavors of ripe peaches, apricots, and a touch of minerality dance on the tongue, leading to a long, elegant finish. The golden hue of this wine is a testament to the warm and sunny vintage of 2018, which allowed for optimal ripening of the grapes. Enjoy this Auslese GOLDKAPSEL now or cellar it to reveal even more complexity in the years to come.
Critic Reviews
99 POINTS
James Suckling
Maybe I'm amazed! In spite of the density and concentration, this retains the light-footed and filigree character that are typical for this great vineyard site. A cornucopia of dried stone and tropical fruit, but also spices, dried herbs, a whiff of licorice and much else besides. Only just beginning to show what it's made of! Drink or hold.
97 POINTS
Stephan Reinhardt - Robert Parker Wine Advocate
The 2018 Wehlener Sonnenuhr Auslese (Gold Capsule) is very clear, intense and concentrated on the precise and succulent nose that reveals clear and super precise stone fruit intermixed with chervil, tea and very fine slate aromas. Round and highly finessed on the palate, this is a sweet but very subtle, finessed and salty WSU with a piquant and highly stimulating finish. Fabulous.
96 POINTS
David Schildknecht - Vinous
Heady and head-spinningly diverse floral perfume, nut pastes and pit fruit preserves inform the nose and the luscious, glossy, creamy, delicate palate of this beauty. Nougat and quince jelly are the strongest midpalate impressions. Lime zest and fruit pit serve for welcome, enlivening counterpoint on a finish whose vibrancy and exuberance are amazing, especially from a wine of such sheer overall richness and ripeness as well as such creaminess of texture. Sweetness is prominent, but by no means excessive. The Prüms insisted that this wine issued from virtually botrytis-free albeit desiccated fruit.
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Tasting Notes
The 2018 Joh Jos Prüm Wehlener Sonnenuhr Riesling Auslese GOLDKAPSEL from Mosel, Germany is a stunning example of the region's mastery of Riesling. This wine, produced by the renowned Joh Jos Prüm, is a shining example of their expertise and dedication to quality. The nose is immediately greeted with vibrant notes of green apple, pear, and citrus, followed by subtle hints of honey and petrol. On the palate, the wine is beautifully balanced with a luscious sweetness that is complemented by a refreshing acidity. Flavors of ripe peaches, apricots, and a touch of minerality dance on the tongue, leading to a long, elegant finish. The golden hue of this wine is a testament to the warm and sunny vintage of 2018, which allowed for optimal ripening of the grapes. Enjoy this Auslese GOLDKAPSEL now or cellar it to reveal even more complexity in the years to come.