Zeltinger Sonnenuhr Riesling Auslese 2*
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Typically best enjoyed 10 to 35 years from the vintage release, though exceptional vintages can cellar beautifully for half a century.
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Blue cheese, roasted duck with plum sauce, apple tart tatin
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The Zeltinger Sonnenuhr, or 'sundial' of Zeltingen, is one of the Mosel's most iconic vineyards, named after the historic sundial erected in the vines in 1620. Selbach-Oster's Riesling Auslese 2* represents an elite tier of selection from this steep, blue-slate-dominated grand cru slope. The 'two-star' designation signifies a meticulous hand-harvest of highly concentrated, partially botrytised grapes. Fermented naturally with indigenous yeasts and aged in traditional, large oak Fuder casks, this wine strikes a breathtaking balance between rich, honeyed tropical fruit, wild herb complexity, and an intense, slate-driven mineral acidity that keeps the palate remarkably fresh and vibrant. It is a liquid testament to the Mosel's unique ability to marry intense sweetness with crystalline purity.
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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.