2018 Markus Molitor Zeltinger Sonnenuhr Riesling Auslese ** White Capsule
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The 2018 Riesling Zeltinger Sonnenuhr Auslese *** (White Capsule) is beautifully clear, pure, fine and complex on the intense yet delicate and flinty bouquet that represents very fine slate soils and elegant, perfectly ripe and refined but concentrated (stone) fruit. Rich and intense yet fine and crystalline on the palate, this is a full-bodied, juicy and elegant Sonnenuhr Auslese with mouthfeel, elegance and finesse paired with power and concentration. The finish is pure, crystalline and precise as well as persistently salty and with a long, fresh and aromatic aftertaste. This 2018 is an impressive, sustainable ZSU that I highly recommend to cellar for at least a decade, or better, two. Tasted at the domain twice in September 2020.
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Tim Jackson MW, jancisrobinson.com
Stephan Reinhardt, Wine Advocate
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Two stars is internal quality assessment, with two two-star wines commonly made every year. Elderflower and stone fruit. Rich and inviting with a fine line of acidity giving lots of life and energy. Great balance with the richness. (TJ)
About the producer
Markus Molitor is now among the largest privately owned wine estates in the Mosel and also one of the best. With a focus on single-vineyard expressions, the estate produces between 80 and 90 different wines each vintage.