St Urbans-Hof, Ockfener Bockstein Kabinett Mosel 2018

92 points James Suckling
"There’s an attractive, reductive and flinty edge here that holds fresh citrus fruit in good stead. The palate has a succulent, juicy and attractively fleshy feel with a wealth of ripe peaches and nectarines. Smooth and delicious. Drink now."

92 points Falstaff
"A minerally firm nose, matchstick, stone, and subdued citrus fruit. On the palate, it's full, rich, with peach and pear notes, phenolic notes, and plenty of extract—a Kabinett in the heavyweight class, with ripe acidity and tremendous length. Distinctive, with plenty of potential."

91 points Wine Spectator
"An elegant version, with elderflower, white raspberry and candied orange notes, underscored by prominent minerality and vibrant acidity. Shows lots of energy. Very pretty now, but will be better in a few years. Best from 2021 through 2029. 1,500 cases made, 800 cases imported."

91 points Wine Enthusiast
"Aromas of lemon candy and tangerine peel are accented by earth and dried, savory herbs in this bristling semisweet kabinett. It's bright and citrusy on the palate, framed by zesty lime acidity and a grip of astringency on the finish. Lovely now but it should drink well through 2030."

91 points Wine & Spirits
"Harvested from the steep gray-slate soils of the Ockfener Bockstein, this reflects that vineyard’s sunny, protected position in the density and ripeness of its flavors. It’s overtly mineral, with notes of petrol winding through the lime-curd fruit, and a savory umami character that brings to mind parmesan-cheese rinds. At the same time, the acidity is lively, the wine feeling youthful, ready to take on a rich, cheesy mushroom risotto."

91 points Vinous
"A penetratingly pungent combination of mint, cilantro, cress and orange blossom is accompanied by prickly hints of reduction, which, however, conveys some invigoration on both nose and palate. And although this Kabinett – in contrast with the corresponding Goldtröpfchen – harbors a mere 8% alcohol, there is considerable acidity to balance out its high residual sugar, if with a somewhat sweet-sour upshot. The feel is polished, and a sense of buoyancy and a mouthwatering lick of salinity accompany floral perfume, herbal pungency and bright lime and apple juiciness on the finish. When this settles down in bottle, it may prove yet more impressive. Drinking window: 2020 - 2038."