Weingut Markus Molitor, Zeltinger Sonnenuhr Auslese*** Fruchtsüss, 2016

Weingut Markus Molitor’s Zeltinger Sonnenuhr Auslese*** Fruchtsüss 2016 is a beautifully concentrated Mosel Riesling that combines richness, precision, and effortless grace. This is a classic sweet wine in the hands of one of Germany’s most respected producers, showing the depth and finesse that have made the Zeltinger Sonnenuhr one of the region’s most admired sites.

Tasting Notes
Pale gold in the glass, this Auslese offers layered aromas of ripe apricot, candied citrus peel, lime blossom, saffron, beeswax, and a gentle hint of nutmeg. The bouquet is intensely expressive yet refined, with the vineyard’s mineral signature running through the wine from start to finish. On the palate, it is lush and silken, with concentrated fruit sweetness balanced by Mosel’s naturally vibrant acidity. The result is a wine of remarkable harmony and length, where juicy stone fruit and citrus notes glide across a precise, mineral-driven structure. It should age beautifully for many years, developing additional complexity and honeyed depth over time.

Production
Sourced from the steep, slate-rich slopes of Zeltinger Sonnenuhr in the Mosel, this wine reflects one of Germany’s most celebrated terroirs for Riesling. The vineyard’s cool climate and mineral soils help preserve freshness while allowing full aromatic ripeness, resulting in wines with both intensity and clarity. The Auslese designation indicates a carefully selected late-harvest style, with hand-picked grapes chosen for their optimal ripeness and concentration. Vinification is carried out with a focus on preserving purity, precision, and the natural balance between sweetness and acidity that defines great Mosel Riesling. Markus Molitor is known for meticulous cellar work and a style that emphasizes site expression and finesse.

Food & Serving
Serve lightly chilled at around 8–10°C. This wine is excellent with fruit-based desserts, tarte tatin, blue cheese, foie gras, or delicate pâtés, and it can also be enjoyed on its own as a meditative finish to a special meal. Decanting is generally not necessary, though a brief airing can help the wine open up if served very young.

Producer
Weingut Markus Molitor is one of the benchmark estates of the Mosel and is widely admired for its detailed, terroir-driven Rieslings. Based in Zeltingen, the winery has earned an outstanding reputation for producing wines of precision, purity, and longevity across a wide range of styles. Markus Molitor’s commitment to strict vineyard selection and low-intervention winemaking has made the estate a standout name in modern German wine.

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