Weingut Markus Molitor, Wehlener Klosterberg Riesling Trockenbeerenauslese, 2005

Wehlener Klosterberg Riesling Trockenbeerenauslese 2005 from Weingut Markus Molitor is a rare, intensely concentrated sweet wine from one of the Mosel’s most respected estates. Made only in exceptional years, it captures the purity, precision, and longevity that have made Molitor a benchmark producer for world-class Riesling.

Tasting Notes
Expect a luminous golden color that hints at the wine’s richness and botrytis concentration. The nose is layered and expressive, with aromas of honey, apricot, dried tropical fruit, citrus peel, saffron, and subtle floral notes, all carried by Mosel’s signature mineral finesse. On the palate, this Trockenbeerenauslese is opulent yet beautifully balanced, with remarkable sweetness lifted by vibrant acidity and a precise, almost electric freshness. The finish is long, dense, and nuanced, with lingering notes of stone fruit, candied citrus, and wet slate. This style is built for very long aging and can evolve gracefully for decades.

Production
The wine comes from the Wehlener Klosterberg site in the Mosel, where steep slate slopes and a cool climate provide ideal conditions for late-harvest Riesling of exceptional concentration. Selective picking of individual botrytized berries is essential for Trockenbeerenauslese, and the fruit is harvested by hand in multiple passes to ensure only the most perfectly shriveled grapes are used. Vinification is typically gentle and restrained to preserve the purity, acidity, and site character that define Molitor’s wines.

Food & Serving
Serve slightly chilled, ideally around 8–10°C, in small dessert wine glasses to appreciate its aromatic complexity. It pairs beautifully with blue cheese, fruit-based desserts, tarte Tatin, foie gras, or simply as a meditative wine on its own. Decanting is generally not necessary, though a brief aeration in the glass can help the aromas open.

Producer
Weingut Markus Molitor is one of the Mosel’s leading estates, known for its meticulous vineyard work, traditional winemaking approach, and exceptional Riesling across a wide range of styles. Under Markus Molitor’s leadership, the winery has earned a reputation for precision, purity, and outstanding site expression, with wines that consistently rank among Germany’s finest. The estate is especially admired for its ability to produce both dry and noble sweet wines of remarkable depth and ageworthiness.

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