Rudi Pichler Riesling Achleiten Smaragd 2011

Citrus-forward and immediate, with a waxy, almost tactile texture that gives the wine real presence on the palate. Beneath that richness lies a core of pristine lemon freshness, cool, persistent, and stubbornly youthful for a wine now into its second decade. The body is confident and straight-edged, with no sign of softening or fatigue. Achleiten at 12 years old is barely warming up. Drink now through 2035+. (Bone-dry)