Weingut Markus Molitor, Saarburger Rausch Auslese*** Feinherb, 2018

Markus Molitor’s Saarburger Rausch Auslese*** Feinherb 2018 is a striking example of Mosel Riesling at its most refined: intensely aromatic, delicately sweet, and shaped by one of the region’s most celebrated vineyard sites. The triple-star designation signals exceptional concentration and precision, while the feinherb style keeps the wine beautifully balanced rather than overtly sweet. It is a wine that reflects both the steep slate slopes of Saarburger Rausch and the long tradition of producing site-driven Riesling in the Mosel.

Tasting Notes
In the glass, this Auslese shows a luminous pale gold color with a bright, silky sheen. The nose is highly expressive, offering layers of ripe stone fruit, yellow peach, apricot, citrus zest, and subtle floral notes, all lifted by a distinctive slate-driven minerality. On the palate, it combines juicy sweetness with vibrant acidity, creating a wine that feels rich yet remarkably precise. Flavors of ripe orchard fruit, honeyed citrus, and mineral spice unfold gradually, finishing long and elegant. With its structure and balance, this wine has excellent aging potential and will continue to gain complexity over many years.

Production
Saarburger Rausch is one of the Mosel’s most esteemed vineyard sites, known for its steep slopes and mineral-rich slate soils that contribute tension, finesse, and a signature smoky-saline edge to the wines. The 2018 vintage benefited from favorable ripening conditions, allowing for concentrated fruit development while preserving freshness. Markus Molitor is known for meticulous vineyard work and selective harvesting, with grapes picked at optimal ripeness and vinified in a way that emphasizes purity, terroir expression, and natural balance.

Food & Serving
This wine pairs beautifully with fruit-based desserts, tarte Tatin, crème brûlée, and lightly sweet pastries, but it also works wonderfully with blue cheese, foie gras, or spicy Asian cuisine. Serve chilled at around 8–10°C to highlight its freshness and aromatic detail. Decanting is usually unnecessary, though a short period in the glass can help the wine open up and reveal its full complexity.

Producer
Weingut Markus Molitor is one of the most respected estates in the Mosel, widely admired for its precise, terroir-focused Rieslings and its commitment to quality across a broad range of vineyard sites and styles. Founded and led by Markus Molitor, the estate has built a strong reputation for producing wines of remarkable purity, longevity, and site expression. Today, it is considered a benchmark producer in Germany and a key name for collectors of fine Riesling.

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