Sourced from the Zeltinger Himmelreich vineyard in the middle Mosel, this Auslese* Off Dry reflects a classic cool‑climate, slate‑soiled hillside that produces intensely aromatic yet filigreed Riesling. The Auslese* designation indicates rigorously selected, late‑harvested berries at higher ripeness, while the off‑dry balance aims for depth and length without the full richness of dessert‑style Auslese.
Grapes are handpicked in several passes to capture optimally ripe and partly botrytised clusters, then gently pressed and fermented with a measured amount of residual sugar left in the wine. Ageing on fine lees builds texture and aromatic complexity while preserving the bright acidity that keeps the wine precise and lively.
Tasting Notes
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Expressive aromas of lemon oil, lime, white peach and apricot, with hints of blossom, honey and wet slate.
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On the palate, concentrated stone‑fruit and citrus flavours sit over an off‑dry sweetness that is cut by crystalline acidity.
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The finish is long and polished, echoing citrus zest, ripe peach and cool slate notes.
Awards and Accolades
Specific published scores from major critics for this exact bottling are not available in the accessible references at the moment. However, Zeltinger Himmelreich Auslese wines from Markus Molitor are generally regarded by critics and Mosel specialists as high‑class, ageworthy Rieslings noted for their clarity, site expression and finely judged balance of sweetness and acidity.
Serving and Cellaring
Serve at 8–10°C, giving the wine a few minutes in the glass so its floral and honeyed nuances can emerge. It pairs particularly well with aromatic or moderately spicy Asian cuisine, dishes featuring pork or duck with fruit accents, richer poultry, and soft cheeses, and it can be cellared for around 10–15 years to develop deeper notes of dried apricot, candied citrus and gentle petrol tones.
Technical Details
Alcohol: typically around 8–9.5% ABV for an off‑dry Mosel Auslese of this style and vintage.
Residual Sugar: off‑dry; clearly sweet but less so than classic dessert Auslese, balanced by high acidity.
Closure: Cork.
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