Robert Parker 94
The Niersteiner Pettenthal 2022 Rehbacher Steig Sommerseite Riesling trocken comes from the steepest vineyard of the domaine and is fermented in 500-liter oak casks. Aged on the lees until July this year, this is a deep, pure and flirty Riesling with a warm and elegant seed-fruit aroma intertwined with slate, floral and butter-rice notes. Round and creamy on the palate, this is a rich and textured yet also crystalline and savory Riesling with oak and almond tones but a very diverse texture compared to the other Rieslings of this domaine. The acidity is rather smooth (but persistent), and the fruit is elegant, round and juicy, revealing lots of charm and natural elegance. 12% stated alcohol. Natural cork. Tasted in September 2024.