2009 NACKENHEIM ROTHENBERG AUSLESE GOLDKAPSEL, Gunderloch. Rheinhessen, Germany (Half Bottle)

Rheinhessen is the part of the river Rhine responsible for much of the rubbish that ruined Germany’s wine reputation over the last 30 years. The best wines, however, have always remained outstanding, with a riper, softer style than that of the Mosel or Rheingau

100% Riesling from heavily ‘botrytis’ affected grapes

Gunderloch, run by Fritz Hasselbach, are an outstanding producer based in Nackenheim. Rothenberg (named after its red slate soil) is one of the best vineyard sites on the Rhine, and most of it is owned by Gunderloch

2010-2025

No, it’s not expensive, really not expensive at all for the quality – thrillingly rich but lively

Delicate, but luscious enough to cope with fruit-based desserts