Zeltinger Sonnenuhr Riesling Auslese 1* Nr27
⏳ wine.drinking_window
Typically best enjoyed 10–35 years from the vintage release, as it evolves from youthful, primary fruit intensity into a complex, petrol- and honey-tinged masterpiece.
🍽️ wine.food_pairings
Blue cheese, glazed roasted duck, spicy Thai curry
✨ wine.spec_sheet
Hailing from the heart of the Middle Mosel, the Zeltinger Sonnenuhr Riesling Auslese 1* Nr27 is a masterclass in steep-slope viticulture. The Sonnenuhr (sundial) vineyard, named after the historic sundial erected in the vines in 1615, features incredibly steep slopes of weathered blue Devonian slate that capture and radiate the sun's heat. This 100% Riesling is crafted from meticulously hand-harvested grapes, where the 'one-star' designation signifies a selection of highly ripe fruit, often touched by noble rot, yielding extra concentration and complexity. Fermented naturally with indigenous yeasts in traditional large oak Fuder casks, this wine beautifully balances rich, honeyed stone fruit flavors with a piercing, electric slate minerality and vibrant acidity. The 'Nr27' represents a specific, highly prized cask bottling of exceptional character.
🍾 wine.about_producer
With a winemaking heritage in the Mosel region dating back to 1661, Selbach-Oster is a benchmark estate located at Uferallee 23, 54492 Zeltingen-Rachtig, Germany. Under the dedicated stewardship of Johannes Selbach and his family, the winery meticulously farms steep, slate-rich grand cru slopes, including the celebrated Zeltinger Schlossberg, Zeltinger Himmelreich, and Wehlener Sonnenuhr. The estate's production philosophy honors traditional methods, utilizing natural yeasts and aging in classic, large oak Fuder casks to preserve the pristine character of the fruit. This hands-off approach yields exceptionally precise, mineral-driven Rieslings that span the spectrum from crisp Kabinett to rare Eisweins, all documented on their official website at https://www.selbach-oster.de.