COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2020
GRAPE
Pinot Noir
PRODUCER
Weingut Markus Molitor
REGION
Mosel
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
Medium
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Markus Molitor Einstern Pinot Noir 2020 is a red wine from Germany's Mosel region, produced by Weingut Markus Molitor. The winery is a family estate with a long history, led by Markus Molitor, who emphasizes site-specific character and traditional winemaking. The Mosel's steep, slate-rich vineyards, typically known for white wines, provide a unique terroir for this Pinot Noir. The 2020 vintage was warm and dry, contributing to concentrated fruit in the grapes. The 'Einstern' designation typically indicates wines sourced from younger vines in prime vineyard locations.
ALCOHOL
13.0%
AVG. PRICE
€28
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
14-16°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Mosel is more famous for white wines, making this Pinot Noir a regional standout.
Fact 02
Vineyards can reach gradients of up to 80%, requiring meticulous manual labor.
Fact 03
The 'Einstern' label often signifies wines from younger vines in top sites.
Fact 04
The 2020 vintage experienced heat waves, concentrating the fruit.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Markus Molitor Einstern Pinot Noir 2020 undergoes spontaneous fermentation on the skins for about 3.5 weeks, utilizing ambient yeasts. Following fermentation, the wine is aged for 18 months in French oak barrels, often with maturation on fine lees. The grapes are sourced from various plots, typically from younger vines in prime locations within the Mosel region. The 2020 vintage was warm and dry, leading to small berries with thick skins and concentrated fruit. Markus Molitor's approach is rooted in traditional winemaking, emphasizing site-specific character and minimal intervention.
