The Saarburger Rausch Riesling Großes Gewächs 2023 from the Forstmeister Geltz Zilliken winery is a prime example of the refinement and radiance of great Saar Rieslings. The nose unfolds with a complex bouquet of white peach, candied citrus peel, ripe Williams pear, and floral notes of white blossoms, underscored by a profound, smoky slate minerality. On the palate, the wine presents a fascinating combination of powerful, juicy fruit, vibrant acidity, and salty minerality. The cool, precise structure lends it impressive elegance, while the fine phenolics and subtle reduction provide additional tension. The mouthfeel is both taut and silky, with remarkable length accompanied by an almost chalky minerality and a delicate bitterness. This Riesling already demonstrates great class in its youth, but will gain further complexity and depth with several years of bottle aging. An impressive Grosses Gewächs from the legendary Saarburger Rausch vineyard, which masterfully reflects Zilliken's signature.