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2011 Riesling Serriger Schloss Saarsteiner Auslese

Wine Details
Place of Origin

Germany

Serrig

Saar

Color

Sweet White

Grape/Blend

Riesling

Vintages
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This estate continues to perplex me. After a classic line-up in the more difficult 2010 vintage, with even surprisingly tonic dry rieslings, 2011 was a touch over the top. The wines are rich, sometimes even too much so, but seldom possess the ethereal twist that most of us associate with the Saar. A touch less alcohol and a bit more verve would have stood them well. In spite of the overall quality, only the gold capsule Auslese is reminiscent of what Schloss Saarstein can achieve in some years. Also recommended: 2011 Pinot Blanc (85), 2011 Auxerrois (86), 2011 Riesling Trocken Grauschiefer (86), 2011 Riesling Spatlese Trocken Alte Reben (87), 2011 Pinot Gris Feinherb (86), 2011 Serriger Schloss Saarstein Riesling Kabinett Feinherb (86), 2011 Serriger Schloss Saarstein Riesling Spatlese Feinherb (87), 2011 Serriger Schloss Saarstein Riesling Kabinett (86), 2011 Serriger Schloss Saarstein Riesling Auslese Gold Capsule (92). Other wines tasted: 2011 Riesling Trocken, 2011 Riesling.