2020 Markus Molitor Zeltinger Sonnenuhr Auslese *** Weiße Kapsel
| Type of Wine | White |
|---|---|
| Country | Germany |
| Region | |
| Winery | |
| Vintage | 2020 |
| Grape | |
| Content (Alc) | 0.75 ltr (12%) |
| Drink window | 2025 - 2065 |
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The 2020 Markus Molitor Zeltinger Sonnenuhr Auslese *** Weiße Kapsel is a masterpiece of precision and concentration, made from perfectly ripe Riesling grapes from the iconic steep slate slopes of the Zeltinger Sonnenuhr on the Mosel. The three stars indicate that this is the highest selection, with unparalleled intensity and purity. The white capsule signifies a dry style , yet with the power and complexity of a great Auslese. On the nose and palate, you will find layers of citrus, ripe peach, yellow plum, exotic fruit, and a subtle spiciness, framed by flawless acidity and a vibrant minerality. Markus Molitor is known as one of Germany's most passionate winemakers, who has elevated his family estate to the absolute world top through obsessive attention to detail, extremely low yields, and the hand-harvesting of only the very best grapes. This wine is already impressive now but will only become richer and more complex with age, a perfect choice for enthusiasts who want to experience great dry Riesling at its best.
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| Type of Wine | White |
|---|---|
| Country | Germany |
| Region | Moezel |
| Winery | Markus Molitor |
| Grape | Riesling |
| Biological certified | No |
| Natural wine | No |
| Vegan | No |
| Vintage | 2020 |
| Drinking as of | 2025 |
| Drinking till | 2065 |
| Alcohol % | 12 |
| Alcohol free/low | No |
| Content | 0.75 ltr |
| Oak aging | No |
| Sparkling | No |
| Dessert wine | No |
| Closure | Cork |
| Parker rating | 98 |
| James Suckling rating | 95 |
| Tasting Profiles | Aards, Complex, Droog, Fruitig, Krachtig, Mineraal, Rijk, Steenfruit, Vol, Wit fruit |
| Drink moments | Barbecue, Cadeau!, Iets te vieren, Indruk maken, Lekker luxe, Met vrienden, Open haard, Romantisch, Summer party, Terras, Voor alledag |
| Sommy Pairing Beschrijving | Deze 2020 Markus Molitor Zeltinger Sonnenuhr Auslese *** Weiße Kapsel toont intense tonen van citrus, rijpe perzik en gele pruim met een vleugje exotisch fruit en subtiele kruidigheid, gedragen door loepzuivere zuren en een scherpe leisteenmineraliteit. Daardoor snijdt de wijn prachtig door rijke sauzen en vetten, verfrist shell- en schaaldieren en tilt delicate witte vis naar een hoger plan, wat hem ideaal maakt voor feestelijke diners, terrasmomenten of een romantisch etentje; denk aan oesters of ceviche om de mineraliteit te benadrukken of aan licht gegrilde zeebaars en coquilles met een boter-citroen- of beurre blancsaus voor een rijke maar frisse combinatie. |
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Molitor's vividly yellow-colored 2020 Riesling Zeltinger Sonnenuhr Auslese *** (White Capsule) offers an intense and complex nose of ripe fruits, potted ginger and lemon chutney notes spiced with slate plates. Very fine and elegant on the palate, this is a silky-textured, intense, muscular, very dense and concentrated Riesling Auslese that reveals great talents but should be kept for at least a decade. It has great complexity and balance and is very long and complex. Impressive. 2% stated alcohol. Natural cork. Tasted in September 2023.
When Markus Molitor came all the way to Geisenheim to show me the two Saar Rieslings from his Domäne Serrig, I had just finished my tasting of the 2021 and 2022 Rheingau Rieslings with Johannes Leitz. I had asked Molitor to brig me some of his top wines to have a context for his new Saar wines. Although I tasted all the wines a while before and it was still too early to see how they had developed so soon after the bottling, I took the chance to give an update. Although our system will handle the new scores as a kind of new or updated rating, I ask you to handle these notes with caution and see them only in context with my previous notes. Molitor's Rieslings develop very slowly, and new reviews normally do not make much sense except after eight to 10 years later. The only stunning finding I had comparing the Serrig wines with the wines listed here is that the established Markus Molitor Rieslings taste much more reductive and aloof than the upcoming releases of Domäne Serrig even though they are more or less made the same way: handpicked, basket pressed and fermented with natural yeasts in large oak casks for eight to 10 months. The SO2 doses are similar, and yet there is a difference not just of terroir but also of style. While the established 2020 Molitor Rieslings are still sleepers, the Serrig Rieslings are currently singing and of incomparable brightness and finesse.
Published: Sep 21, 2023
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James Suckling
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95
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$ 101
Markus Molitor Riesling Mosel Zeltinger Sonnenuhr Auslese ** (White Cap) 2020
Friday, Jan 07, 2022
Color
White
Country
Germany
Region
Mosel
Vintage
2020
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Expansive peach, nectarine and apricot nose that’s so much subtler than those words sound. Stunning concentration and intense slate minerality give this astonishing stature for a wine with just 12% alcohol. Very long and refined finish that’s bristling with slate character. Drink or hold.
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Markus Molitor is a German winemaker based in the Mosel, Germany. The winery is known for producing high-quality Rieslings, and Markus Molitor is considered one of the most innovative winemakers in the region.
History by Markus Molitor
The Molitor family has a deep-rooted history in winemaking that spans many generations. Markus Molitor represents the eighth generation of the Molitor legacy. The family's involvement in wine growing in the Moselle goes back to the 18th century. Markus Molitor officially took over the family estate in 1984 at the age of 20. Located in the Mosel wine region, the estate features steep vineyards along the Mosel River, a characteristic feature of the region. The Mosel is known for its steep, terraced vineyards. The slopes ensure optimal sunlight exposure and are an integral part of the unique terroir of the wines produced in this region.
Production by Markus Molitor
Markus Molitor has consciously chosen to focus on the Riesling grape variety, which is particularly well suited to the cool climate and slate soils of the Mosel. Riesling is known for its expressive aromatics, acidity and ability to reflect the terroir. Under the leadership of Markus Molitor, the estate underwent significant expansion and modernization. New vineyards were acquired and existing ones were carefully managed to ensure the highest quality fruit. Markus Molitor produces a wide range of Rieslings covering the Prädikat levels, which indicates the ripeness of the grapes at harvest. The portfolio includes dry styles (Trocken), semi-dry and sweet wines, which emphasize the versatility of Riesling. The estate is known for its emphasis on wines from one specific vineyard. These wines highlight the distinctive characteristics of specific vineyards, known as "Grosses Gewächs" or "Erste Lage." Markus Molitor's dedication to quality and the unique expression of the terroir has earned the estate international fame. The wines are sought after by collectors and enthusiasts for their authenticity and age-worthy characteristics. Markus Molitor respects traditional winemaking methods, including careful manual harvesting and gentle processing of the grapes. At the same time, he applies modern techniques to further improve the quality of the wines.
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Deze 2020 Markus Molitor Zeltinger Sonnenuhr Auslese *** Weiße Kapsel toont intense tonen van citrus, rijpe perzik en gele pruim met een vleugje exotisch fruit en subtiele kruidigheid, gedragen door loepzuivere zuren en een scherpe leisteenmineraliteit. Daardoor snijdt de wijn prachtig door rijke sauzen en vetten, verfrist shell- en schaaldieren en tilt delicate witte vis naar een hoger plan, wat hem ideaal maakt voor feestelijke diners, terrasmomenten of een romantisch etentje; denk aan oesters of ceviche om de mineraliteit te benadrukken of aan licht gegrilde zeebaars en coquilles met een boter-citroen- of beurre blancsaus voor een rijke maar frisse combinatie.
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