2015 Markus Molitor, Saarburger Rausch Riesling BA GK, Mosel

Markus Molitor's unwavering commitment to expressing vineyard origin is evident in his meticulous, sustainable viticulture, meticulously hand-harvesting physiologically ripe grapes from each site. This 2015 Saarburger Rausch Riesling Beerenauslese Goldkapsel hails from the Saar's steep, southeast-facing slopes, characterized by a complex geological mosaic of reddish fine earth, greywacke, Devonian slate, and diabase. The 2015 growing season, following a warm, dry summer, saw crucial September rains and subsequent cool, clear weather, allowing for optimal physiological ripeness while retaining high acidity. Fermented with natural yeasts in large wooden barrels and aged on its fine lees, this wine develops exceptional extract and density, presenting a vibrant, crystalline acidity that precisely frames its profound sweetness and ensures an elegant, enduring structural profile. The result is a Riesling demonstrating impressive tension and immense aging potential, a direct outcome of both site and Molitor's patient winemaking.