Stephen Reinhardt, Wine Advocate From the ancient vines whose grapes were selected right next to the Spätlese and the Grosses Gewächs at 115° Oechsle, the 2021 Wehlener Sonnenuhr Riesling Auslese *** –42– shows very clear and refined, lemon-fresh and concentrated as well as candied fruit that indicates perfect botrytis. Silky and refined on the palate, this is a lush and savory, very delicate and even frisky Auslese (Beerenauslese would have been the correct name in that year) with concentrated but very delicate fruit structured by crystalline acidity. Sweeter than the Brauneberger, this is the richer (because of more mouthfeel) yet not necessarily finer Auslese. 7% stated alcohol. Natural cork. Tasted at the domaine in July 2022. Drink 2030-2100. 97 Points
Jean Fish and David Rayer, Mosel Fine Wines The 2021er Wehlener Sonnenuhr Auslese *** -42-, as it is referred to on the consumer label, was made from botrytized fruit harvested at 115° Oechsle on over 90-year-old vines in the prime Sandpichter sector and was fermented down to fully sweet levels of residual sugar (130 g/l). Slightly reductive at first, this is quick to offer a captivating and gorgeous nose of almond cream, minty herbs, vineyard peach, fresh pineapple, prune, lime tree, and a hint of coconut. The wine is deliciously creamy and velvety on the layered and elegant palate. Yet there is also great presence and intensity and the finish is hugely long. This is a mind-blowingly great Auslese. 2036-2071. 97 Points
