2022 Markus Molitor Riesling Brauneberger Juffer-Sonnenuhr Auslese **
| Type of Wine | |
|---|---|
| Country | Germany |
| Region | |
| Winery | |
| Vintage | 2022 |
| Grape | |
| Content (Alc) | 0.75 ltr (11.5%) |
| Drink window | 2026 - 2070 |
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Markus Molitor has been making great wines in the Moselle for years. Previously best known for its wines with residual sweetness. Nowadays he is mainly praised for his dry wines, where his 2 and 3 star dry wines at Parker almost always score between 96/100 and 100/100. Tremendous minerality and length. In addition to the wines under his own name, he purchased the Domäne Serrig vineyard in the Saar Valley in 2016. Domäne These wines are only distributed en primeur by Place du Bordeaux and to which Grandcruwijnen is affiliated. Markus Molitor is a German star winemaker and Riesling 'Supermo' with 23x100 points and 35x99 points from renowned critics such as Wine Advocate & James Suckling.
The Markus Molitor Riesling Brauneberger Juffer-Sonnenuhr Auslese ** (White Capsule)
FACT: The wine is in our conditioned Wine Warehouse and if you pick up the wine you will also receive a nice discount. You will see your discount immediately when you choose Collect in the Checkout page. We are almost next to the Rijksweg with plenty of parking. Click here for our address.
Specifications
| Type of Wine | White |
|---|---|
| Country | Germany |
| Region | Moezel |
| Winery | Markus Molitor |
| Grape | Riesling |
| Biological certified | No |
| Natural wine | No |
| Vegan | No |
| Vintage | 2022 |
| Drinking as of | 2026 |
| Drinking till | 2070 |
| Alcohol % | 11.5 |
| Alcohol free/low | No |
| Content | 0.75 ltr |
| Oak aging | Yes |
| Sparkling | No |
| Dessert wine | No |
| Closure | Cork |
| Parker rating | 97 |
| James Suckling rating | 94 |
| Tasting Profiles | Aromatisch, Bloemig, Complex, Droog, Fris, Fruitig, Mineraal, Strak, Wit fruit |
| Drink moments | Indruk maken, Lekker luxe |
Professional Reviews
Parker
The Wine Advocate
RP 97
Reviewed by:
Stephan Reinhardt
Release Price:
NA
Drink Date:
2024 - 2070
The 2020 Riesling Brauneberger Juffer-Sonnenuhr Auslese ** (White Capsule) is pure and very delicate on the flinty and spicy nose that represents the specific finesse of the Juffer-Sonnenuhr terroir. Intense and savory on the palate, this is a round and fruity as well as savory Riesling with a long, intense and persistently saline finish. A fabulous Brauneberg grand cru! 11.5% stated alcohol. Natural cork. Tasted in Geisenheim 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
MARKUS MOLITOR RIESLING MOSEL BRAUNEBERGER JUFFER-SONNENUHR AUSLESE ** (WHITE CAP) 2022
Monday, November 13, 2023
CountryGermany
RegionMosel
Vintage2022
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Score
94
This highly-structured youthful dry Mosel is only just beginning to open to reveal its abundant treasures. The compact core of crushed rock minerality is wrapped in juicy fruit on the medium-bodied palate (below 12% alcohol). Very stony and quite salty finish that’s still tightly wound. Drinkable now, but best from 2025.
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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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Markus Molitor has been making great wines in the Moselle for years. Previously best known for its wines with residual sweetness. Nowadays he is mainly praised for his dry wines, where his 2 and 3 star dry wines at Parker almost always score between 96/100 and 100/100. Tremendous minerality and length. In addition to the wines under his own name, he purchased the Domäne Serrig vineyard in the Saar Valley in 2016. Domäne These wines are only distributed en primeur by Place du Bordeaux and to which Grandcruwijnen is affiliated. Markus Molitor is a German star winemaker and Riesling 'Supermo' with 23x100 points and 35x99 points from renowned critics such as Wine Advocate & James Suckling.
The Markus Molitor Riesling Brauneberger Juffer-Sonnenuhr Auslese ** (White Capsule)
FACT: The wine is in our conditioned Wine Warehouse and if you pick up the wine you will also receive a nice discount. You will see your discount immediately when you choose Collect in the Checkout page. We are almost next to the Rijksweg with plenty of parking. Click here for our address.
| Type of Wine | White |
|---|---|
| Country | Germany |
| Region | Moezel |
| Winery | Markus Molitor |
| Grape | Riesling |
| Biological certified | No |
| Natural wine | No |
| Vegan | No |
| Vintage | 2022 |
| Drinking as of | 2026 |
| Drinking till | 2070 |
| Alcohol % | 11.5 |
| Alcohol free/low | No |
| Content | 0.75 ltr |
| Oak aging | Yes |
| Sparkling | No |
| Dessert wine | No |
| Closure | Cork |
| Parker rating | 97 |
| James Suckling rating | 94 |
| Tasting Profiles | Aromatisch, Bloemig, Complex, Droog, Fris, Fruitig, Mineraal, Strak, Wit fruit |
| Drink moments | Indruk maken, Lekker luxe |
Parker
The Wine Advocate
RP 97
Reviewed by:
Stephan Reinhardt
Release Price:
NA
Drink Date:
2024 - 2070
The 2020 Riesling Brauneberger Juffer-Sonnenuhr Auslese ** (White Capsule) is pure and very delicate on the flinty and spicy nose that represents the specific finesse of the Juffer-Sonnenuhr terroir. Intense and savory on the palate, this is a round and fruity as well as savory Riesling with a long, intense and persistently saline finish. A fabulous Brauneberg grand cru! 11.5% stated alcohol. Natural cork. Tasted in Geisenheim 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
Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua...
James Suckling
MARKUS MOLITOR RIESLING MOSEL BRAUNEBERGER JUFFER-SONNENUHR AUSLESE ** (WHITE CAP) 2022
Monday, November 13, 2023
CountryGermany
RegionMosel
Vintage2022
CHECK PRICE
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Score
94
This highly-structured youthful dry Mosel is only just beginning to open to reveal its abundant treasures. The compact core of crushed rock minerality is wrapped in juicy fruit on the medium-bodied palate (below 12% alcohol). Very stony and quite salty finish that’s still tightly wound. Drinkable now, but best from 2025.
Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua...
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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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