Peter Jost says the berries for the 2006 Bacharacher Hahn Riesling Trockenbeerenauslese were virtually as shriveled, smooth, and free of spores as in 2003. There is an acidity that – like a tightly coiled spring – activates and extends the combination of heady florality, pit fruit preserves, caramel, honey, candied citrus rind, white raisin, and tropical fruit essences. And one can even sense a wet stone slate fundament in the wines long, expansive, honeyed, spice-tinged finish. Seamlessness, elegance, and transparency are beautifully exemplified in this noble wine that should probably not be approached for 12-15 years and should cellar well for 30 or more.The normally dry and always steep and well-ventilated Hahn certainly enjoyed advantages in a rain-plagued vintage like 2006.Importer: Terry Theise Estate Selections, imported by Michael Skurnik Wines, Inc., Syosset, NY; tel. (516) 677-9300