2018 Hofgut Falkenstein "Niedermenniger Herrenberg" Riesling Spätlese feinherb #4 - a Primaballerina on your tongue

Martin_Zwick · July 2, 2019, 3:51pm

I know it is not easy to find the wines of Erich and Johannes Weber, but try it.

2018 Hofgut Falkenstein “Niedermenniger Herrenberg” Riesling Spätlese feinherb #4

“The 2018er Niedermennig Herrenberg Spätlese Feinherb AP 04 (known internally as “Onkel Peter”) comes from ungrafted vines in the south-facing Zuckerberg sector of the vineyard, and was fermented down to 27-28 g/l of residual sugar.”

OMG…this is gorgeous. Crystal-clear, floating/light-footedness and such gracile. The palate will be wrapped in silk. The fruit is dominated by lime and grapefruit. Terrific balance between fruit and acidity. And what an elegance……

95/100

Gin Gin
Martin

Lars_Carlberg · July 2, 2019, 7:53pm

Hi Martin. It’s been a while since we last communicated. I’m glad you like it. The parcel nicknamed Onkel Peter is actually ungrafted old vines.

Martin_Zwick · July 2, 2019, 8:00pm

Hi Lars,

good to know, I will correct it.

Indeed, quite a while. BTW, do you think there are 6 bottles of this Spätlese feinherb to find in the shop in Konstanz or elsewhere?

I had to deal with some serious health issues in spring and missed the chance to buy it. Let me know. DANKE

Alles Gute + Gesundheit,
Martin

Lars_Carlberg · July 2, 2019, 8:23pm

Hi Martin,

Thanks, I also let Mosel Fine Wines know that it’s from own-rooted vines.

No. elf, in Konstanz, only bought one wine but nearly the entire cask—namely, the 2018 Krettnacher Altenberg Kabinett feinherb. Weinkombinat Hugel, in Dresden, still has Onkel Peter (AP 4), but most merchants in Germany that carry Hofgut Falkenstein are already sold out of the off-dry and sweet wines.

I’m glad you’re feeling better.

Best,
Lars

Martin_Zwick · July 2, 2019, 8:34pm

P.S. perfect, just bought 6 bottles in Dresden.

Lars_Carlberg · July 2, 2019, 8:35pm

That’s a smart move.

Brian_S_t_o_t_t_e_r · July 2, 2019, 10:36pm

Will this see U.S. distribution?

Jonathan_H · July 2, 2019, 10:39pm

I haven’t tried the '18 yet, but the '16 and '17 were both terrific. Can’t wait to get my hands on some of this.

Lars_Carlberg · July 3, 2019, 5:27am

Yes, various importers (including MFW Wine Co. and Farm Wine Imports) will offer this wine in the States.

Claus_Jeppesen · July 4, 2019, 8:34am

Martin_Zwick · July 4, 2019, 9:09am

Good to know. SKOL

Claus_Jeppesen · July 4, 2019, 10:51am

I have this wine in quantities. In case you drop by

YLee · July 4, 2019, 11:13am

Do you know when it will be offered in the States?

Lars_Carlberg · July 5, 2019, 5:06am

The wines should be offered later this summer.

Brian_S_t_o_t_t_e_r · February 8, 2020, 3:43pm

Have you had #3? How does it compare?

Martin_Zwick · February 8, 2020, 4:24pm

Go to Mosel Fine Wines, they tasted all 2019s Last Spring.

R_Frankel · February 8, 2020, 5:14pm

Thanks for the update on this, sounds excellent. How do you folks think about the difference between spätlese feinherb and kabinett?

Lars_Carlberg · February 9, 2020, 1:40pm

The Spätlese feinherb wines tend to be a little higher in ripeness levels and a little lower in residual sugar than the Kabinett wines, but there are exceptions.

Howard_Cooper · February 10, 2020, 2:07am

How would anyone who has tasted the wines, compare 2017s and 2008s by the estate.