2021 Vogelsang Riesling Kabinett Domäne Serrig - Markus Molitor Mosel 0.75l

2021 Vogelsang Riesling Kabinett 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:

For the off-dry Vogelsang Kabinett, only healthy grapes were hand-selected. Fermentation took place spontaneously with the vineyard's own yeasts in stainless steel tanks , followed by 10 months of aging on the fine lees. The wine then aged for a further two years in the bottle to develop its balance and finesse. Molitor's Kabinett style combines delicate lightness with tremendous inner tension.

Aroma & Taste:

On the nose, the Vogelsang Kabinett 2021 displays a stony, cool aroma of flint and slate , accompanied by lemon zest, ginger, anise, and apple blossom . On the palate, it is feather-light at only 9.5% ABV, yet full of energy and excitement. A subtle sweetness lingers in the background, while citrus freshness, grapefruit, and blood orange dominate. The mineral texture appears almost dry, carried by salty precision and puristic clarity. The finish is long, complex, and dominated by a vibrant slate minerality—a world-class Kabinett.

Food recommendation:

With its lightness and finesse, Vogelsang Kabinett is a versatile accompaniment to meals. It pairs perfectly with Asian cuisine , such as sushi, Thai curry, or dishes with ginger and lime. It also pairs well with spicy cheeses , marinated seafood , or light fruit desserts . Its delicate structure also makes it ideal as an aperitif and a meditative delight on its own.

Special features of the 2021 vintage on the Saar:

The 2021 vintage is considered a classic "Kabinett" vintage on the Mosel and Saar. A cool spring, heavy rain in the summer, and tremendous work in the vineyards were followed by a golden autumn with healthy, highly ripe grapes and hardly any botrytis. The wines are characterized by high, yet perfectly integrated acidity and crystal-clear fruit. The 2021 Kabinett and Prädikat wines, in particular, exhibit a level of quality last seen in the great vintages of the 1990s – fresh, precise, light, and with enormous aging potential .

Conclusion:

The 2021 Vogelsang Riesling Kabinett is a masterpiece of balance: crystal-clear, delicate, yet full of inner strength. With its combination of slate minerality, citrus freshness, and subtle sweetness, it exudes timeless elegance. A wine that takes wine lovers on a journey back to the great era of Saar Kabinett wines. World-class—and a Kabinett that is already captivating now, but also capable of aging for many years.