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.
Riesling
White 
11.5%
Germany
Mosel
6
Cork
Markus Molitor
75cl
Vegan
Vegetarian 
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