Vintage 2018

Bernkasteler lay Auslese, Markus Molitor

Markus Molitor
Product Code: KL22ZZWC

Tasting Notes

Markus Molitor Bernkasteler Lay Auslese is a single varietal Riesling white wine produced by the Markus Molitor winery. This wine has a straw yellow colour in the glass. On the nose, it shows a remarkable aromatic concentration with predominant notes of lime, grapefruit and cassis. Subtle spicy nuances are also perceived, as well as floral and menthol notes that add complexity to the whole. On the palate, the wine is fresh and with a well-defined structure. The minerality is present, providing a sensation that evokes the stone and the depth of the terroir. The finish is long, leaving a lasting impression on the palate.

Profile

Riesling
White
11.5%
Germany
Mosel
6
Cork
Markus Molitor
75cl
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            [Notes1] => Aromas of grapefruit, green apple, star fruit and white peach. On the palate smooth acidity, notes of flint stone, juiciness, stimulating but light. Mineral finish.

The 2018 Riesling Bernkasteler Lay Auslese** (White Capsule) is clear, pure, precise and fresh on the nose that delivers crushed lime zest and chutney aromas. Lush and piquant on the palate, this is a rich and concentrated yet challenging Lay with enormous acidity, tannin grip and mineral tension. Drink Date: 2026-2045 (S. Reinhardt – Wine Advocate, Oct 2020)
            [Notes2] => The Molitor vineyards are spread out over locations from Brauneberg to Traben-Trarbach and, since 2001, also along the River Saar. The wide regional spread and the associated diversity of the slate soils and microclimates of the vineyards allow the estate to express the varied styles that the Mosel can produce. The winery is based at the centre of the Wehlener Klosterberg site and cultivates vineyards in 15 different sites. The steepest slopes here have a slope of up to 80 % and therefore have to be cultivated by hand. Farming at the estate is organic. Training of the vines is done on tall posts, with the canopy being attached to the posts as it grows during the season. These high walls of leaves ensure the ideal supply of nutrients for fewer grapes per vine and promote the optimum in terms of extract yield and physiological maturity. Depending on the site, plot, density of the plants and the vintage, the harvest volume is 10 - 55 hl/ha. The soils are slate wihich not only has excellent heat storage properties but is also marked by a very specific, localized mineral composition. Blueschist, grey shale and Rotliegend are the best known types of slate, while there are also numerous interim forms. The Bernkasteler Lay vineyard plots are in the heart of the site with extremely old vines. The slate here is decomposed and fine, regularly producing excellent quality, very ripe harvests with extremely elegant and filigree fruit. Harvesting is done by hand.
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The Estate


Described as ‰Û÷The Lord of the 1,000 Rieslings‰Ûª, Markus Molitor took over the responsibility of his parents‰Ûª 7.5 acre estate in 1984. Vision, drive and an uncompromising devotion to quality have increased the holding to 125 acres in 18 appellations of the steepest and most coveted vineyard sites along the banks of the Mosel. In the spirit of authenticity and terroir, all of these wines are fermented naturally ‰ÛÒ no cultured yeasts, no fining agents, no enzymes and no other additives are ever used. Each wine (of which we have chosen but a small selection) expresses the single vineyard character, the vintage, the quality and the style, to its extreme authenticity.

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Producer >

Described as ‘The Lord of the 1,000 Rieslings’, Markus Molitor took over the responsibility of his parents’ 7.5 acre estate in 1984. Vision, drive and an uncompromising devotion to quality have increased the holding to 125 acres in 18 appellations of the steepest and most coveted vineyard sites along the banks of the Mosel. In the spirit of authenticity and terroir, all of these wines are fermented naturally – no cultured yeasts, no fining agents, no enzymes and no other additives are ever used. The bottle capsules are colour coded to give an indication of the style of the wine.

Viticulture >

Bernkasteler Lay, located near the famous Bernkasteler Doctor, is a small but valuable plot of Markus Molitor. At the heart of this vineyard are vines up to 100 years old. The finely fragmented slate soil provides optimal conditions for the cultivation of very ripe and extremely aromatic grapes. For the production of Markus Molitor Bernkasteler Lay Auslese White Capsule, only healthy grapes previously selected in the vineyard are used.

Winemaking >

In the winery, the grapes are gently pressed and the must is macerated for several hours together with its aromatic skins. After maceration, fermentation is carried out with indigenous yeasts in stainless steel tanks and large wooden barrels. Subsequently, the wine is aged on the lees for several months to acquire greater complexity, volume and creaminess.

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