Riesling Marienburg Spätlese - Clemens Busch

Riesling Marienburg Spätlese - Clemens Busch shines in the glass with a light straw yellow and delicate, silvery reflections. On the nose, it unfolds an intense, crystal-clear play of aromas of ripe peach fruit, juicy apricot and a characteristic scent of wet slate. Fine citrus notes and a hint of fresh herbs add lively accents and give the wine a tension-filled introduction.

On the palate, Riesling Marienburg Spätlese - Clemens Busch shows itself dense, precise and bell-clear. The pronounced sweetness carries ripe stone fruit aromas, while a distinctive, invigorating acidity ensures great balance. The texture appears crisp and juicy, each sip flowing precisely and sharply over the tongue. The interplay of sweetness and acidity describes a gripping arc between ripe fruit richness and cool minerality. The finish is long, carried by citric nuances, salty slate spice and a hint of honey.

Stylistically, this Mosel Riesling presents itself as a classic late-harvest wine of the Old World: delicate, full of tension and yet surprisingly concentrated. Tannins play only a subordinate role in white wine, while the lively acidity structures the wine and gives it a taut, clear backbone. The Pündericher Marienburg site on the Middle Mosel here unfolds its full radiance, shaped by slate soils and proximity to the Mosel.

This wine is made varietally pure from Riesling grapes that ripen on steep slate slopes around Pünderich. The combination of the cool Mosel climate, sun-drenched terraces and the heat-retaining slate gives each berry intense aromas and a pronounced, vibrant acidic structure.

• Grape variety: 100% Riesling
• Origin: Mosel, subregion Pünderich, site Pündericher Marienburg
• Wine color: white, radiant straw yellow with silvery reflections
• Vinification: stainless steel tank, spontaneously fermented
• Style: Old World, mineral, fruit-driven, sweet
• Texture: crisp, juicy, precise
• Finish: long, marked by fruit and slate

1. Intense aromas of peach, apricot and wet slate
2. Exciting interplay of sweetness and acidity with great drinkability
3. Slate-dominated steep slope on the Mosel
4. Spontaneous fermentation in stainless steel tank for maximum clarity and faithfulness to origin
5. Organic-certified Riesling with FAIR'N GREEN approach

Production of Riesling Marienburg Spätlese - Clemens Busch

Pündericher Marienburg is one of the most exciting slate sites on the Mosel. Steep slopes, which curve in a horseshoe shape around the village of Pünderich, look directly onto the Mosel and receive plenty of hours of sunshine. The river water acts like a mirror, reflecting light and storing warmth, while the nights remain pleasantly cool. These temperature differences intensify the development of aromas and preserve the vibrant acidity that shapes the character of this Riesling.

The soils consist of various slate formations, which stir up a fascinating interplay of minerality and fine spice in the wine. Wet slate, flint, a delicate saltiness – all this flows into the character of this wine. The vines root deeply and tap into the finest nutrient layers, which enhances aromatic density and elegance.

The grapes for Riesling Marienburg Spätlese - Clemens Busch come from strictly selective hand harvesting. Only perfectly ripe berries make it into the vats. The harvest is carried out parcel by parcel so that each grape reaches the cellar at exactly the right stage of ripeness. As a result, the berries possess concentrated fruit aromas and a naturally high ripeness without sacrificing freshness.

In the cellar, the estate follows a philosophy of the greatest possible restraint. Fermentation starts spontaneously with natural yeasts from the vineyard. This spontaneous fermentation in stainless steel brings out the origin particularly clearly, without distraction from wood. The stainless steel tank preserves freshness, brilliance and varietal typicity. The moderate alcohol level of 7.5% vol. reinforces the elegance and lightness of the wine, while the high residual sugar content gives it an intense, fruity body.

The long maturation on the fine lees rounds off the structure. Fine lees give the wine additional depth, creamy nuances and a harmonious integration of sweetness and acidity. The style of the Clemens Busch estate always strives for clarity, fidelity to origin and uncompromising quality. Organic certification and FAIR'N GREEN commitment demonstrate a respectful approach to nature, soil and vines, which is reflected in the glass through special precision and expressiveness.

Enjoyment recommendations for Riesling Marienburg Spätlese - Clemens Busch

The aromatic sweetness and vibrant acidity of this Spätlese create an ideal stage for a wide variety of moments of enjoyment. This Riesling shines in particular as a congenial partner for sweet-spicy dishes from Asian cuisine. Spicy or piquant components meet fruity sweetness and cool minerality, creating a fascinating play of aromas.

• Sweet-spicy Thai curries with coconut milk and prawns
• Asian dishes with chili, ginger and fresh coriander notes
• Roast duck with fruity sauces, such as orange or plum
• Fine desserts with stone fruits, such as peach tart or apricot crumble
• Blue cheese and matured, spicy cheese varieties

As a wine for pure enjoyment, this Spätlese also unfolds its full elegance solo in the glass. Whether as a meditative conclusion to a menu, as a companion to a festive evening or as a highlight at a sophisticated wine tasting – this Riesling delights discerning connoisseurs and lovers of classic Mosel wines alike.

For the perfect drinking moment, a serving temperature between 8 and 10 °C is key. In a slender white wine glass, the aromas open up particularly clearly, the fruit appears precise and the minerality comes to the fore. A slight increase in temperature in the glass gradually releases further nuances, from ripe fruit to spicy slate notes.

The cellaring potential of this Spätlese is around 20 years from the vintage. With maturity, additional honey and herbal nuances develop, while the acidic structure carries and refines the wine. A cool, dark storage place with an even temperature preserves the freshness and allows a slow, harmonious development. In this way, a Riesling that is already impressive in its youth becomes a complex, multi-layered terroir wine with great ageing potential.

Whether as an exceptional gift, as a highlight in your own wine cellar or as a companion to fine cuisine – Riesling Marienburg Spätlese - Clemens Busch promises Riesling enjoyment at a high level and brings the fascination of the Mosel into every glass.

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