2006 Selbach Riesling Kabinett (Fish Label) is made with grapes from leased vineyards in the Mosel Saar Ruwer region for J. & H. SELBACH. In effect, it can be considered as a 2nd label or négociant line of the Selbach-Oster family. Johannes Selbach, the famed winemaker of Selbach-Oster, oversees the winemaking of all the wines of this label.
From the importer:
"This Kabinett comes from 15 kilometers around Zeltingen. A lot of it is Zeltingen, Bernkastel-Kues and Kinheim fruit, some Detzem, some Brauneberg."
Tasting Notes:
Color: Clear, pale yellow.
Nose: Apple, honey and a whiff of wild flower.
Palate: Consistent notes with the nose; ripe apple and honey are the dominant flavors perked up by refreshing acidity and minerality.
Body: Medium.
Finish: Short to medium but persistent notes of honey and ; slight hint of minerals.
