Zeltinger Sonnenuhr Riesling Auslese Rotlay
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Typically best enjoyed from 10 to 35 years after the vintage release, though top vintages can easily cellar for half a century.
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Blue cheese, foie gras, apple tart
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The Zeltinger Sonnenuhr Riesling Auslese 'Rotlay' represents the pinnacle of Selbach-Oster's artisanal craftsmanship, sourced from a prized, historic parcel within the grand cru Zeltinger Sonnenuhr. Named after the iron-rich, reddish-blue Devonian slate ('Rotlay') and the iconic sundial erected in 1842 by Jodocus Prüm, this steep, south-facing vineyard is home to ancient, ungrafted Riesling vines. The Selbach family harvests this parcel late in the season, often selecting botrytised berries with obsessive care. Fermented with indigenous yeasts in traditional, large oak Fuder casks, the wine beautifully captures the tension between opulent, honeyed tropical fruit and a vibrant, crystalline mineral acidity that is hallmark to the Mosel's finest terroirs.
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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.