Founded in 1794, Deinhard is an old merchant house—what the French would call a negociant—that markets a wide array of wines. The company’s 1808 price list offered 89 different Rhine and Mosel wines, but that’s been at least somewhat shortened in recent years. No, it’s not that intense, nor does it show a lot of minerality, but this wine ably shows off Mosel Riesling’s array of fruity, off-dry flavors, ranging from peach and pear to apple, pineapple and lime. Crisp and clean on the finish. ——J.C.(11/15/2006)—— 86

Classic lime, slate and green apple aromas and flavors signal this budget-priced offering’s origin. It’s light and delicate, just as it should be; the only knock on this wine is its soft, short finish. Still, it’s a fine example of how good some of the lower-priced wines can be in 2003.——J.C.(11/1/2004)—— 85

Snappy and fresh, this is a large-production German Riesling that manages to rise above mediocrity. You’ll find green apple and lime flavors, while a touch of red berries make an interesting counterpoint. Firm acidity on the finish makes the wine seem almost dry, despite some residual sugar.——J.C.(8/1/2004)—— 86