2017 Weingut Markus Molitor Pinot Noir Trarbacher Schlossberg ***
Reviewed by Stephan Reinhardt
Issue Date 11th Jun 2021
Source June 2021 Week 2, The Wine Advocate
Rating 95 points
Release Price NA
Drink Date 2021 - 2050 ⇒飲み頃に入っています
Molitor’s fascinating 2017 Pinot Noir Trarbacher Schlossberg *** grows on a steep hill slope with very rocky terroir surrounded by bushes. The newest release is deep, concentrated and fleshy on the coolish and floral, almost Alpine-scented bouquet that is very clear, wild and spicy. Full-bodied, round, fresh and juicy on the elegant, silky-textured and vivacious palate, this is a remarkably refreshing and grippy Pinot with fine, concentrated aromas of wild strawberries, raspberries and cherries as well as black berries. There is no fat on the palate, just athletics, finesse and energetic purity. I admit, I am a great supporter of this terroir (the butterfly Riesling paradise of Jakob Tennstedt begins a few meters forward), but this is a seriously great Pinot. Tasted in May 2021.