Kloster Eberbach, Marcobrunn Riesling, Grosses Gewächs, 2016

The monks of Kloster Eberbach have been producing wine here for almost nine centuries, and at one point in its history laid claim to being the largest wine estate in all of Germany. The Marcobrunn vineyard's existence can be traced back to the end of the 14th Century, making it one of the oldest monastic vineyards in the world. It's a south-facing site on deep calcareous clay-marl soils, farmed using organic methods. Gearoid Devaney MS: This has fresh, lively green apple, citrus and lime zest flavours. It's linear and focussed; a classic style with a long and pleasing finish. Anne Krebiehl MW: A plump fullness on the nose leads into a palate of concentrated freshness, with easy fruit and a textured mouthfeel. Sebastian Thomas: A muted nose, yet very elegant and refined in the mouth with smooth, vibrant acidity and powerful orchard fruits accompanied by notes of spice. A long, bright finish.