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Markus Molitor Kinheimer Hubertuslay Riesling Auslese** White Capsule 2018 750ml
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SKU 979770
$59.28/bottle
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The 2018 Riesling Kinheimer Hubertuslay Auslese ** (White Capsule) is pure, precise and flinty on the nose that reveals intense and concentrated fruit aromas and refreshing phenolic notes that will oxidize with aeration during bottle aging. On the palate, this is a rich and intense, crystalline, vital and persistent Riesling with great expression and elegance. The finish is spectacularly long and fine. An impressive wine. Tasted at the domain in September 2020.
Riesling grapes have been grown in and around central Europe for centuries, and over time, they became the lasting symbol of south Germany's ancient and proud wine culture. Whilst the reputation of German wines abroad has in the past been mixed, the Germans themselves take an enormous amount of pride in their wineries, and Riesling grapes have now spread around the globe, growing anywhere with the correct climate in which they can thrive. Riesling grape varietals generally require much cooler climatic conditions than many other white grapes, and they are generally considered to be a very 'terroir expressive' varietal, meaning that the features and characteristics of the terroir they are grown on comes across in the flavors and aromas in the bottle. It is this important feature which has allowed Riesling wines to be elevated into the category of 'fine' white wines, as the features of the top quality bottles are generally considered to be highly unique and offer much to interest wine enthusiasts.
Country
Germany
As in many Old World countries, the rise of viticulture in Germany came about as a result of the Roman Empire, who saw the potential for vine cultivation in the vast flatlands around the base of the Rhine valley. Indeed, for over a thousand years, Germany's wine production levels were enormous, with much of the south of the country being used more or less exclusively for growing grapes. Over time, this diminished to make way for expanding cities and other types of industries, but Southern Germany remains very much an important wine region within Europe, with many beautifully balanced and flavorful German wines being prized by locals and international wine lovers alike. The hills around Baden-Baden and Mannheim are especially noteworthy, as these produce the high end of the characteristic semi-sweet white wines which couple so perfectly with German cheeses and pickled vegetables. However, all of Germany's wine producing regions have something special and unique to offer, and are a joy to explore and experience.
Region
Mosel-Saar-Ruwer
The Mosel-Saar-Ruwer region in western Germany is famous for producing some of the world’s finest Rieslings. Steep, slate-covered slopes along the Mosel, Saar, and Ruwer rivers reflect sunlight and retain heat, helping grapes ripen in a cool climate.
This terroir yields aromatic, high-acid Rieslings with striking minerality, low alcohol, and a balance of sweetness and freshness. Styles range from bone-dry to lusciously sweet, often with exceptional aging potential.
The region’s best wines come from terraced vineyards like Wehlener Sonnenuhr, Scharzhofberger, and Ürziger Würzgarten. Manual vineyard work is intense, but the payoff is elegance and precision in the glass.
Mosel-Saar-Ruwer wines are transparent expressions of site and vintage. While mostly white, they offer incredible diversity in style and structure—making them essential for any wine lover exploring Germany’s classic regions.
WA95pts
Wine Advocate
The 2018 Riesling Kinheimer Hubertuslay Auslese ** (White Capsule) is pure, precise and flinty on the nose that reveals intense and concentrated fruit aromas and refreshing phenolic notes that will oxidize with aeration during bottle aging. On the palate, this is a rich and intense, crystalline, vital and persistent Riesling with great expression and elegance. The finish is spectacularly long and fine. An impressive wine. Tasted at the domain in September 2020.
VM92pts
Vinous Media
Molitor’s sole 2018 bottling from the relatively little-known but prodigiously talented Hubertuslay, this virtually dry "three-star" Auslese leads with a greenhouse-like aura of flowers and foliage typical of the present collection. With that come scents of honeydew melon and seed-inflected apple. The palate impression is polished but displays a surprising sense of underlying firmness for the vintage. Melon rind and apple seed serve for piquant, quite gripping counterpoint to the lusciously ripe fruit on a lingering finish decisively underlain by wet stone. I expect that this will gain stature with time in bottle.
Winery Notes
This shows a beautiful and fresh nose driven by grapefruit, lime, fresh herbs, smoke and mint. The wine is straight and zesty on the palate, where it reveals great presence underpinned by a touch of ripe and creamy fruits. A touch of power but without any undue weight comes through in the long, focused and fruit-driven finish.
