Donnhoff, Niederhauser Hermannshohle Riesling Spatlese Size:6x750ml comparing it to the 2017

comparing it to the 2017 it does not quite have the same tension and mineralité

One of the more backwards

with seamless ripe tannins

generous and opulently textured medium-bodied flavors that possess good power on the mineral-inflected and mildly austere finish that offers fine finishing balance as well as excellent length

The tannins are sweet and balanced against the wine's inner fruit flavors

Donnhoff, Niederhauser Hermannshohle Riesling Spatlese Size:6x750ml comparing it to the 2017Pale golden yellow. Mesmerizing aromas of papaya, cherry, sweet herbs and tobacco. Discreet yet intense cherry fruit rises from the mid palate, accompanied by brilliant acidity. Animated and spicy wine with a riveting finish. Perhaps the finest of the spatleses shown here. Joel B. Payne