The 2006 Riesling Heiligenstein Lyra exudes a heady sweetness of lilac and violets, with almost Pinot Noir like notes of cassis, smoke, and leather emerging on a palate which displays an opulence and distilled fruit intensity typical of this Riesling whose arms are extended to catch the sun’s rays and maximize ripeness. Tropical fruit suggestions emerge midway on, but flowers have the last word in this wine’s long, ester-rich finish. As this matures – and there is no heat or bitterness from its more than 14% alcohol, nor any other reason to doubt its potential for 8-10 years’ felicitous maturation – a site-typical mineral dimension should emerge. In 2006, Willi Brundlmayer really displayed mastery of his sites. While their fruits all ripened to high potential alcohol such as we have become used to in most vintages at this estate, this was by and large without detrimental effects, and the wines display clarity and refinement without heat or bitterness.Importer: Terry Theise Estate Selections, imported by Michael Skurnik Wines, Inc., Syosset, NY; tel. (516) 677-9300