Feinherb

While there is no strict definition, nor is it legally defined within German wine law, many growers use Feinherb to indicate quality wines that are off-dry. Today it is commonly used in place of the less popular designation ‘halbtrocken’.

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Feinherb is a traditional German term that indicates quality. It has been permitted on German wine labels since 2000 but is actually part of an older set of terms used to describe the sweetness and quality of German Rieslings. While there is no strict definition, nor is it legally defined within German wine law, many growers use it for quality wines that are off-dry. Feinherb is often used in place of the less popular traditional designation ‘halbtrocken’, as well as for wines that are slightly sweeter than regulations dictate for halbtrocken wines.

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Produttori del Barbaresco Riserva 'Asili' 2017

Nebbiolo from Barbaresco, Piedmont

Produttori del Barbaresco Riserva ‘Asili’ 2017

The Produttori del Barbaresco 2017 Barbaresco Riserva Asili is distinguished by its extremely linear and direct approach with wild rose, cassis and lots of mineral or crushed stone. The wine is taut and fresh on the palate with a medium-lean texture and lots of depth and persistence. I love those bright rose petal-like nuances on the close of this wine, and the tannins are firm and silky. This bottle boasts a unique identity in this group of Riservas.Monica Larner, The Wine Advocate

Vintage 2017
$230
$220ea in any 3+
$210ea in any 6+
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Willi Schaefer Graacher Domprobst Riesling Spätlese #10 2020

Riesling from Mosel, Mosel-Saar-Ruwer

Willi Schaefer Graacher Domprobst Riesling Spätlese #10 2020

AP: 10 21. The 2020er Graacher Domprobst Riesling Spätlese AP 10 was harvested mainly in different prime sectors of the vineyard and was fermented down to sweet levels of residual sugar. It offers a beautiful and subtly exotic nose made of pear, passion fruit, vineyard peach, apricot, whipped cream, aniseed herbs, and fine smoky spices. The wine is gorgeously light-footed on the fruity palate and leaves a superbly intense feel of melon, cassis, wet stone, and herbs in the nicely playfully fruit

Vintage 2020
$141
$136ea in any 3+
$131ea in any 6+
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Weinbach Cuvée Colette Riesling 2021

Riesling from Alsace, France

Weinbach Cuvée Colette Riesling 2021

“Stunning nose of yellow peach, pomelo and fresh pineapple that pulls you into this simultaneously ripe and vibrant dry Riesling. The ripe citrus flavors run right through the palate into the long finish that’s so uplifting it makes you feel good to be alive. So polished and precise.”Stuart Pigott, Jamessuckling.com 95 Points

Vintage 2021
$144
$139ea in any 3+
$134ea in any 6+
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Giovanni Sordo Barolo CORK 2016
Feel the La Morra!

Nebbiolo from Barolo, Piedmont

Giovanni Sordo Barolo CORK 2016

From the Perfume of Barbaresco, the Barolo shifts to a savoury, earthy profile, the richness of La Morra fruit shining through! 80% La Morra. Immediate generosity has it open for action but so much more. A little chocolate and little coffee, savoury bits on dark fruit. There is a lot going on here with layers of flavours and tannins. The depth and length are impressive. Wonderful harmony and presence.Full, dense and obviously really bright. Rose, maraschino, fleshy red plum/red prune. More

Vintage 2016
$152
$147ea in any 3+
$142ea in any 6+
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