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Bernkasteler Lay Auslese

2019 Mosel Riesling

The Markus Molitor Bernkasteler Lay Auslese, a stunning 2019 Riesling from the renowned Mosel region, showcases the exquisite charm of this grape variety. With a beautifully pale golden hue, this wine invites you to explore its vibrant aromas of ripe stone fruit, delicate florals, and a hint of honeyed sweetness. On the palate, it delivers a captivating balance of refreshing acidity, which lends a mouthwatering quality to each sip, while the fruit intensity shines through with notes of juicy peach and tantalizing apricot. The experience is further enhanced by a subtle sweetness, beautifully integrated into its overall structure. This Auslese is an exceptional example of the Mosel's ability to produce wines that are both graceful and complex, making it an ideal companion for a variety of culinary delights or simply to be savored on its own.

Tasting notes:


Peach

Peach

Apricot

Apricot

Honey

Honey

Flavor profile:


Body Very Light

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Acidity High

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Medium Sweet

Bone Dry Sweet

Pairs well with:


Crab Cakes, King Crab, Asian Chicken Salad

Region:


Mosel
Mosel

When it comes to quality Riesling, few places can rival Germany's Mosel region. This sheer-sided valley in Germany parallels the river of the same name and is home to some of the world's steepest vineyards. Riesling grown here is prized throughout the world for its slight sweetness, perfectly balanced by crisp acidity and aromatic floral perfume. Notes of green fruit and Meyer lemon add to the pleasant tang, with mineral touches of wet slate, beeswax and—in some aged examples—even petroleum too. It is all thanks to Mosel's very cool climate. Temperatures in the summer often don't even rise above 65 degrees. This allows for a long growing season, concentrating flavors and creating beautiful acidity.

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