Emmerich Knoll Riesling Federspiel Loibenberg 2015

Lime pith and white currant dominate the nose with an almost Ruwer-like pungency, unexpected for 2015, and all the more intriguing for it. There's a firm, tangy brightness to this Federspiel that feels tightly wound, driven by vivid citrus acidity rather than any warmth or weight. The finish is sustained and a touch strident, finishing with the snap of lime seed, the dry crunch of currant, and a saline edge that keeps the mouth watering.