Wwe. Dr. H. Thanisch (Erben-Thanisch) Riesling Kabinett Badstube 2020

90 points Mosel Fine Wines: “The 2020er Bernkasteler Badstube Riesling Kabinett was fermented down to fruity-styled levels of residual sugar. It offers a really attractive and finely aromatic nose of smoke, anise, bergamot, white peach, star fruit, and thyme. The wine is superbly playful and juicy on the clean and fruity palate. It is rather round and juicy to begin with, before some spicy acidity brings a nice sense of structure to the experience. The finish is more structured and has presence, which tames the feeling of fruitiness and helps to pair it wonderfully well with some light food. 2025-2035. (Nov 2021)”

17/20 points Michael Schmidt (JancisRobinson.com): “Although the fruit is still delicate on the nose, it seems slightly more exotic in its expression. Almost lurking in the background one can just detect a hint of cool minerality. On the palate a juicy beginning features the fruit of pear and orange, but as the flavour goes on, a stone-dusty mineral element introduces a tactile grip. A little spice rounds off an accomplished Kabinett performance. Drinking Window: 2021-2027. (5/28/21)”