{"product_id":"markus-molitor-bernkasteler-lay-riesling-auslese-dry-2019","title":"Markus Molitor Bernkasteler Lay Riesling Auslese** Dry 2019","description":"\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eThis Auslese** Dry (white‑capsule) bottling comes from Bernkasteler Lay, a steep, south‑facing vineyard of weathered slate directly above the town of Bernkastel, known for producing concentrated yet finely etched Rieslings. The Auslese** level indicates late‑harvested, highly ripe grapes selected for extra density and extract, while the dry fermentation pushes the wine into a structurally serious, gastronomic style rather than a sweet dessert expression.\u003cspan class=\"inline-flex\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e​\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eGrapes are hand‑harvested at high must weight, sorted rigorously, then gently pressed and fermented slowly to dryness in stainless steel and large old wooden casks, preserving purity while building textural breadth. Extended ageing on fine lees integrates the pronounced acidity and phenolics, giving the wine its broad, tactile mid‑palate and remarkable length without obvious oak imprint.\u003cspan class=\"inline-flex\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e​\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"marker:text-quiet list-disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:pt-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:mb-2 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:my-0\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eComplex aromas of grapefruit, lime, cassis, balsamic herbs, incense, floral notes and smoky slate.\u003cspan class=\"inline-flex\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e​\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:pt-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:mb-2 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:my-0\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eBroad and powerful on the palate, with concentrated citrus and stone‑fruit flavours, marked minerality, delicate phenolics and a penetrating, tactile structure.\u003cspan class=\"inline-flex\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e​\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:pt-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:mb-2 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:my-0\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eVery long, saline finish, echoing citrus peel, herbs and cool slate with a firm, dry, mouthwatering close.\u003cspan class=\"inline-flex\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e​\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAwards and Accolades\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMarkus Molitor Bernkasteler Lay Riesling Auslese** Dry 2019 (white capsule) received 95 points from Robert Parker’s Wine Advocate, which highlighted its complexity, balsamic and herbaceous aromatics, slate and incense notes, and broad yet precise palate. Falstaff also rated the wine highly, praising its complete, complex bouquet and delicate phenolic structure with a penetrating tactile finish. These scores place the wine firmly in the top tier of dry Mosel Rieslings from the vintage.\u003cspan class=\"inline-flex\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e​\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eServing and Cellaring\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eServe at 10–12°C in medium‑sized white‑wine glasses, and consider decanting for around 30 minutes to let the balsamic, herbal and slate notes fully emerge. This dry Auslese pairs particularly well with rich seafood (such as lobster or scallops), roasted poultry, pork with herbs, veal, and complex vegetable dishes, and it can be cellared 15–20 years or more, gaining tertiary notes of smoke, wax, dried herbs and honey while retaining its mineral spine.\u003cspan class=\"inline-flex\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e​\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTechnical Details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAlcohol: about 12–12.5% ABV.\u003cspan class=\"inline-flex\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e​\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eResidual Sugar: dry (Auslese** white‑capsule style, fermented through to a bone‑dry balance).\u003cspan class=\"inline-flex\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e​\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eClosure: Cork (standard for Bernkasteler Lay Auslese** white‑capsule bottlings).\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"My Cellar","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47793222090923,"sku":"MMO020-19","price":760.0,"currency_code":"HKD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0796\/3023\/7867\/files\/markus_molitor_bernkasteler_lay_riesling_auslese_dry.jpg?v=1789202487","url":"https:\/\/www.regiswine.com.hk\/products\/markus-molitor-bernkasteler-lay-riesling-auslese-dry-2019","provider":"Regis Wine","version":"1.0","type":"link"}