After Charles’ dalliance with Ivan I’m surprised Picone took him back – but a promise was made and a deal was struck … although there’s a younger (13 year old) Riesling in town the grand dame Picone Riesling (30 years old) fetches a higher dowry – age comes at a price … thus the price differential. This older fruit gives mineral, stony character along with peach and lime notes and a beauty length. As long as Charles’ two mistresses don’t fight he’s in for a long fruitful time of it. Price: $35.00 – Rating: ****