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 >
This steep 11 hectare (27 acres) west-southwest-facing site is characterised by finely-weathered slate. Our optimally-situated plots feature ancient vines. Wines from the Bernkasteler Lay are finesseful, with firm, elegant structure and very mineral, with ripe acidity and abundant interplay of flavors.
Winemaking >
The grapes were harvested in October.
100% healthy grapes were crushed softly and macerated for several hours on the flavourfully grape skins. After maceration the juice was fermented in large wooden barrels by natural yeasts only. A long-term storage on the fine lees followed fermentation, which resulted in a fine fruity and well-balanced wine.
Riesling
White
12.0%
Germany
Mosel
6
Cork
Markus Molitor
Yes
75cl
Vegan
Vegetarian 
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