2021 Technical Specifications
Grape Varieties Riesling
Drinking Window Through 2040 and beyond
Classification Three-star (***) producer tier
Region Mosel
Soil Grey and reddish weathered slate with loamy silt and some loess
Orientation Predominantly South-Facing
Fermentation Vessels Oak barrel
Pressing Method Gentle Basket Pressing
Natural Yeast Yes
Contains Added Sulfites Yes
Closure Natural Cork
Production Details The grapes were harvested at ideal physiological ripeness, crushed and macerated on their skins for several hours, then gently basket-pressed. After natural sedimentation, the must fermented spontaneously in oak and matured on its lees for several months. The Scharzhofberg site has a 30–55% gradient and lies at 190–310 m elevation. Recommended serving temperature is 10–12°C.
Tasting Notes Stephan Reinhardt, Wine Advocate, May 2023: pure, fresh and ethereal nose; ripe yellow fruit and pronounced mineral character; rounded, refined and elegant palate with density, salinity, finesse, lemon-juice notes and a long finish.
Food Pairing Boiled lobster, grilled king prawns, turbot with beurre blanc, truffled poularde, mature hard cheese or smoked eel; decant and serve from a large glass.
Critics Ratings 98
Producer Information
Website
Address
Klosterberg 1, 54492 Zeltingen-Rachtig, Germany
Phone
+49 6532 954 000
Email
Owner
Markus Molitor
Cellarmaster
Markus Molitor