Erdener Treppchen Riesling Spatlese 2018 Dr LoosenThis vineyard is so steep that, long ago, stone steps were built into the hillside to help workers reach the vines. The iron infused, red slate soil produces wines that are muscular and complex, with an intense mineral finish. Wines from Erdener Treppchen are more like a powerful, hard body rock climber than the graceful ballet dancer of Wehlener. The Spatlese (late picked) designation means that the grapes get an extra week or two of hang time, which