2004 Riesling Ried Loibenberg Smaragd Trocken

Knoll’s 2004 Riesling collection included some refreshing and not uninteresting, yet still only marginally ripely-flavored offerings. The first to really distinguish itself, still in cask, was the 2004 Riesling Smaragd Loibenberg with aromas suggestive of blueberries, cress, nut oils and flowers. Relatively light and lean on the palate, this nonetheless displays a pure, long finish with considerable refinement of floral, herbal, berry and white peach flavors, plus underlying suggestions of toasted nuts and saline minerality. Importer: Vin Divino, Chicago, IL; tel. (773) 334-6700