Günther Steinmetz Riesling Katteneser Steinchen Liquid Fossil – Steinmetz undGerlach 2018
White
Mosel, Germany
6.8
WineSaint
Smoky stone and white peach pit dominate, but yeasty sediment clouds the expression. The palate shows impressive mineral grip yet feels unbalanced. 13.5% alcohol brings unwelcome heat that masks the fruit. Hard, austere finish lacks the charm of better Steinmetz vintages.
smoky stonewhite peach pityeasty notesmineral grip
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Günther Steinmetz
→Small Mosel estate based in Neumagen-Dhron, working a cluster of middle-Mosel sites including the Dhroner Grosser Hengelberg monopole. Wines range from precise Kabinetts to serious GGs and a Réserve tier above.