Gunther Steinmetz Kestener Paulinsberg Riesling Spatlese 2016

Intensely earthen tones of smoke and slate abound in this profoundly mineral spätlese. The midpalate brings forth sweeter, sunnier tones of fresh lemon and lime, along with a pleasantly bracing astringency that lends structure to the finish.

It's a savory but complex spätlese that needs time to meld. Hold till at least 2020 but its likely to improve for at least a decade beyond that.