2004 Riesling Graacher Himmelreich Auslese

For decades Dr. Manfred Prum has been one of Germany's truly exceptional riesling producers, and his wines, although difficult for many to understand in their youth, are amazingly long-lived.Prum tends not to talk much about the details of his winemaking principles, and visitors are not allowed into the cellar, but his Wehlener Sonnenuhr Riesling Spatlese generally speaks for itself.No, it sings!This was certainly the finest overall collection produced on the Mosel, Saar or Ruwer in 2004.(Various importers, including Valckenberg International, Rudi Wiest and Chapin Cellars) Also recommended: 2004 Graacher Himmelreich Riesling Kabinett (87), 2004 Bernkasteler Badstube Riesling Spatlese (88).