I like M-S-R, I rather enjoy Kerner, under 20€ + interesting in Alko is a very rare combination and I like low abv because I like to drink several glasses. Ergo, this wine shows promise that I would enjoy it tremendously.
The good news is that I do. In fact I like it so much, that this would be my first "back up the truck" wine. The bad news is that I can't back up the truck, because I wasn't the only who noticed how nice it is so it is already sold out. I only got one bottle.
It has a mature, golden colour. The nose is a bit weird: my first association is with Piesporter Goldtröpfchen. That vineyard is apparently associated with a blackcurrant leaf aroma, and this delightful savoury aroma is well in evidence in this Kerner also. It reminds a bit of Riesling in its aromas, yet with a less pronounced minerality and more of a floral and leafy aroma.
The balance is impeccable. Highish acidity is countered by noticable RS (65 g/l). Long. Brilliant stuff for the price, and is drinking at what I presume is its optimum.
I have very little experience with Kerner. I would assume that with such acidity and vibrant fruit and overall balance, this can be a candidate for even further aging though it is great just now. Is Kerner known to age so brilliantly as this bottle would make me assume?
-Otto-