Markus Molitor, Molitor Brut Sekt (3.5 stars) "GREAT VALUE"
"When I visited the Mosel region many years ago, at each winery I was treated to an impressive array of wines from various terroirs and soils and sundials (a traditional fixture in Mosel vineyards). Each tasting was a lesson in geology and the subtle differences in flavor stemming from aspect to the sun and blue slate or red slate. But when the tasting was done and it was time to relax over a meal, each producer would pop open a bottle of sekt, their dry sparkling wine made from riesling in the traditional champagne method. This was their fun wine — fun to make and fun to drink. This recent example by Markus Molitor took me back to that visit. More importantly, it brought a smile to my face as I reveled over the bright berry and citrus flavors. This may not be priced as an everyday wine, but I recommend having a few bottles on hand for when a celebration breaks out. ABV: 12.5 percent. BW: 570 grams (Light for sparkling)."