I have done a ton of research on the Miele. I've been planning my kitchen reno for over a year around the Miele 48" DF range. Due to multiple delays, we won't be starting until end of January, which has given me a chance to get as much feedback as possible. I've concluded that there are issues with all the DF ranges (including Miele) and have decided to change to a range top and separate wall ovens. I think I'm ruling out the Miele because there is a weird delay between the time you turn the knob and when it turns on. I've tried it a few times at the Williams Sonoma near me and it just doesn't feel "right". Someone over in the appliance forum recently posted about the delay and also said she would not go with another Miele. The chefs that work at WS have not been enthusiastic about it at all. It's disappointing because the Miele looks amazing and the grates can go in the dw. For me, I have to be practical and choose function over form. In my last reno I went with a beautiful burgundy Viking range that is an absolute pos and I refuse to spend this kind of money on something that doesn't perform adequately. I'm thinking of either the Wolf or Blue Star. What issue do you have with the Wolf grill?