Gunderloch Pettenthal Grosses Gewachs Riesling 2022

Beyond the southern end of the Rothenberg Vineyard is the well-known Pettenthal grand cru site. The soil of this famous vineyard is also comprised of red shale, but here it's slightly more weathered. The extremely friable, in certain parcels even sandy, texture yields wine of lighter structure with vibrant elegance. Despite the vineyard’s proximity to the Rothenberg, the two resulting wines differ greatly. The wines of the Pettenthal are distinguished by exotic fruit aromas from the moment of their youth and retain their refreshing character for many years. The steepest parcels of Gunderloch's estate are located in this vineyard. What a beautiful peachy nose this Pettenthal GG has, also hints of pineapple chutney and flint. Complex interplay of yeasty, mineral and wild herb elements on the juicy and exciting palate. Excellent length and aging potential. Drinkable now, but best from 2025. 95 points Stuart Pigott, JamesSuckling.com

The 2022 Pettenthal Riesling GG is deep, pure and mineral on the stony/iodine-scented rather than fruity nose that reveals herbal and crunchy terroir aromas as well as concentrated fruit. Silky, refined and saline on the palate, this is a medium to full-bodied, dense, pure and very elegant, still discreet but substantial and saline Pettenthal. It doesn't show its true class today but has serious talent and a substantial, very long finish. Drink 2028-2050. 94 points Stephan Reinhardt, Wine Advocate