Germany Vintages Flashcards
What were the BEST vintages of
Germany in the 2010’s?
- *2015!!**
- (extremely good across the board)*
- *2012**
- (good, but small in Mosel. Not good for BA+)*
- *2011**
- (extremely good across the board)*
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Worst are:
- 2014*
- 2013*
What were the BEST vintages of
Germany in the 2000’s?
- *2009**
- (one of the best of all time, small though)*
- *2005**
- (small vintage. great BA & TBA)*
- *2001**
- (concentrated & age-worthy)*
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Worst are:
2008
2006
What were the BEST vintages of
Germany in the 1990’s?
- *1999**
- (large vintage)*
- *1997**
- (great BA & TBA)*
- *1990**
- (AMAZING! Great longevity)*
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Worst is:
1994
(kinda)
What were the BEST vintages of
Germany in the 1980’s?
1989
1988
(Classic vintage. Excellent structure & complex)
1982
(good balance & concentration)
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Worst are:
1984
1980
(MOSEL!! Very rich vintage, low acids…)
What were the BEST vintages of
Germany in the 1970’s?
- *1976**
- (excellent! very ripe)*
- *1975**
- (under-rated. very good in Mosel)*
- *1971**
- (great balance and richness)*
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Worst are:
1978
1974
1972
What were the WORST vintages of
Germany in the 2010’s?
2014
2013
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Best are:
2015
2012
2011
What were the WORST vintages of
Germany in the 2000’s?
2008
2006
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Best are:
2009
2005
2001
What were the WORST vintages of
Germany in the 1990’s?
- *1994***
- (kinda)*
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Best are:
1999
1997
1990
_\*Jancis says of '94_: Horribly variable, but Riesling showed its class with superb quality from the good estates.
Note:
There weren’t really any cataclysmic vintages in the 1990’s.
What were the WORST vintages of
Germany in the 1980’s?
1984
1980
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Best are:
1989
1988
1982
What were the WORST vintages of
Germany in the 1970’s?
1978
1974
1972
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Best are:
1976
1975
1971
