Weingut Markus Molitor Wehlener Klosterberg Kabinett 2020
Markus Molitor was just 20 years old in 1984 when he took control of his father's winery. Even at such a young age he had a clear vision of what he wanted to accomplish. His ultimate goal was to produce Rieslings from Germany's famed Mosel region in the family tradition of eight generations before him with a strong dedication to making quality-driven, terroir-specific wines that would be unmistakably characteristic of this unique area.
Markus' guidelines have never changed and remain as uncompromising devotion to quality in the vineyard and cellar, together with an absolute respect for nature. His intent is that each vineyard and vintage should express itself in the taste of every single wine.
Markus began with just 1.5 hectares of vineyards in 1984. Over the past 35 years his holdings have grown to 120 hectares and Markus Molitor is now the largest privately-owned winery, family-run vineyard in the Mosel region. 75% of his vineyards are located in Grand-Cru sites along the Middle Mosel river and 25% are located in the Sarre river region.
All of the vinyeards are located on steep slopes and many of them are planted with old vines (some of the ungrafted vines are 100 years old). Due to the steepness and age of the vineyards, almost all of the work must be done by hand, guaranteeing the utmost quality in the selection process.
Organic and sustainable viticulture practices are used in all of Markus Molitor's vineyards.
"Strongly reductive at first, it is only after extensive airing that this wine reveals cool aromatics of herbs and mint as well as some greengage and smoke. The very dynamic wine proves nicely refreshing with grip and presence on the palate. The finish is light and airy, with great upside potential at maturity."
(Mosel Fine Wines, Issue 38)
The grapes were softly crushed and macerated for several hours on the skins. After maceration the juice was fermented using only natural yeasts. The wine rests on the lees following fermentation producing a balanced and aromatic wine.
| Vintage | 2020 |
| Varietal | Riesling |
| Appellation | Mosel |
| Vineyard | Würzgarten |
| Alcohol | 10.50% |
| Wine Style | Dry |
| Volume | 750 ml |
| Country of Origin | GERMANY |
| State of Origin | N/A |
| Artificially Carbonated | No |
| Sparkling Wine | No |
Wehlener Klosterberg is at the heart of the Molitor vineyards, and stretches up the steep slopes to the left and right of the winery building. It is located in a side valley directly opposite Zeltingen, and faces almost due south.
