WTN: '01 Loosen Wehlener Sonnenuhr Riesling Kabinett

[David M. Bueker]

This is the very first 2001 Riesling that I have had where I can say it is fully developed. There's still some primary fruit, but it is playing a supporting role to smoky/piney/creamy elements that have emerged in the bottle. The acidity is bracing, and the finish is long and creamy with a apple skin bite that is very refreshing.

I am not usually impressed by Loosen wines but this has developed very well.

This is the very first 2001 Riesling that I have had where I can say it is fully developed. There's still some primary fruit, but it is playing a supporting role to smoky/piney/creamy elements that have emerged in the bottle. The acidity is bracing, and the finish is long and creamy with a apple skin bite that is very refreshing.

I am not usually impressed by Loosen wines but this has developed very well.

Glad to hear it showed so well. Although should I assume this is not a wine you buy consistently across vintages? (I wouldn't have expected you to be cellaring much Loosen).

[David M. Bueker]

I have never seen this bottling again. And no, I don't own much Loosen, just some 2001s.