2021 Vogelsang Riesling dry Grosse Lage Domäne Serrig - Markus Molitor Mosel 0.75l

2021 Vogelsang Riesling dry Grosse Lage Domäne Serrig/Markus Molitor – Mosel/Saar
single-vineyard wine

Origin:

The Serrig estate on the Saar River is an impressive monopoly site with approximately 25 hectares of vineyards dedicated entirely to Riesling. The steep, sometimes extremely barren slopes consist predominantly of blue and gray slate , while deeper soils can be found at the foot of the slopes. Approximately five hectares are old vines from the early 1990s , supplemented by new plantings from the Selection Massale of old, ungrafted vines from the Molitor estate. Since taking over in 2016, Markus Molitor has cultivated the estate with the uncompromising precision that has made him one of the leading winemakers on the Moselle.

Expansion:

The grapes for the Vogelsang Große Lage are harvested exclusively by hand , rigorously selected, and carefully processed. After gentle pressing, spontaneous fermentation with the vineyard's own yeasts takes place, followed by a long aging on the fine lees in 3,000-liter Stockinger barrels . The goal is to capture the Saar terroir in the bottle with the greatest possible transparency and clarity.

Aroma & Taste:

The 2021 Vogelsang Riesling has a crystalline and clear aroma of slate, subtle saltiness, and floral notes. On the palate, it combines silkiness with vibrant acidity , along with citrus freshness, a hint of spice, and subtle oak. The finish is long, salty and mineral, and full of energy—a Riesling of puristic precision and impressive tension.

Food recommendation:

Thanks to its tension and minerality, Vogelsang pairs perfectly with grilled turbot with lemon , scallops , or poultry with fresh herbs . It also complements Asian dishes with ginger or lime to the highest standards. As a solo wine, it is a great meditation wine , revealing ever-changing facets in the glass.

Special features of the 2021 vintage on the Saar:

2021 was a classic "winegrower's vintage," characterized by a cool spring, late flowering, and a rainy summer with extensive plant protection measures. The harvest was late, as in the past, and resulted in very high acidity levels . However, thanks to selective work and barrel aging, the acidity was juicy, ripe, and perfectly integrated . For the Mosel and Saar regions, 2021 is considered a year like the 1990s: fresh, precise, with tremendous length and tension . Rieslings, from Kabinett to Grosses Gewächs, particularly shine with their vibrant structure and great aging potential.

Conclusion:

The 2021 Serriger Vogelsang Riesling Große Lage is a prime example of Molitor's uncompromising style: crystal-clear, minerally marked, full of tension, yet silky balanced. A Riesling that captures the Saar terroir in its purest form while simultaneously demonstrating perfection in its aging. A wine with great aging potential—and a true milestone in the young history of Domäne Serrig.