1991 Knipser Großkarlbacher Burgweg Scheurebe Eiswein

Tasting note

1991 Knipser Großkarlbacher Burgweg Scheurebe Eiswein

The cork was unpromising and the initial aroma musty, yet what poured through the sieve into the glass was unexpectedly lively: Clear amber colour. Deep notes of honey, honeydew melon, dried orange, and Christmas spices mingle with balsamic undertones — inviting and complex. On the palate, the vibrant acidity provides structure. Tropical mango and dark berry (blackcurrant jam) flavours blend with sweet honey. Tangerine, honey, and cassis linger on the long finish. A marvellous, mature sweet wine, still vibrant after two hours in the carafe.

Tasted by Dominik Müller on Saturday, 31 May 2025.

Ratings

Flawed?no
DM:
16Wines with a DM13 to DM16 rating are excellent wines. They have harmony and a character of their own that makes them stand out. These wines offer a high level of depth and complexity. They are clearly an enrichment for every wine cellar.
/ 20 ("excellent")
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Wine details

Vintage: 1991
Colour:white
Style:still (sweet)
Assemblage:no
Grape variety: Scheurebe
For assemblages, the main grape variety is shown.
Producer:Knipser
Country:Germany
Region: Pfalz
Subregion:n/a
Appellation: n/a
Vineyard: Großkarlbacher Burgweg
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