From a new parcel to which Minges has gained access and that has become the project of his daughter, the 2007 Burrweiler Schlossgarten Muskateller Spatlese received extended pre-fermentative skin contact, and simply stopped fermenting with distinct residual sugar. The discreet but lovely nose of red currant, grapefruit, and sage here could almost be that of a Ruwer Riesling – or of a Sauvignon Blanc. Red currant jelly and candied grapefruit rind are suggested on the oily palate, and this clings satisfyingly and with well-balanced sweetness. I imagine it would be worth following for at least 4-5 years. For the most part, Theo Minges achieved admirable results in 2007, a vintage he saw as playing into his hand by promoting inherent clarity, nuance, and “energy, so that all you had to do in the cellar was direct it.”Importer: Terry Theise Estate Selections, imported by Michael Skurnik Wines, Inc., Syosset, NY; tel. (516) 677-9300