The 2020 Weingut Clemens Busch Riesling Marienburg Falkenlay Grosses Gewächs is a standout white wine hailing from the Mosel Saar Ruwer region of Germany. Produced by Weingut Clemens Busch, this Riesling is noted for its exceptional quality, as reflected in its impressive reviews.
Robert Parker's Wine Advocate awarded this wine a remarkable score of 98, highlighting its "clear, pure and crunchy slate aroma" combined with "generous, ripe and concentrated" Riesling fruit. The review praises its full-bodied richness, refined elegance, and saline character, describing it as "very delicate, pure yet also lush and superbly balanced." The wine's "lingering salinity, fine tannins and mineral tension" contribute to its long and austere terroir-driven finish. The review concludes by calling it a "great, original Riesling from the Marienburg."
Similarly, James Suckling also gave this wine a score of 98. He notes the wine's unique transformation from a "touch of bready character" to the "most ravishing peach aroma," alongside hints of wild rose, orange, and jasmine. Describing the palate as "super-elegant on the ripe yet extremely precise," Suckling emphasizes the wine's expanding "peachy beauty" at its "breathtaking finish." Notably, this Riesling is crafted from biodynamically grown grapes with Respekt certification, adding an eco-conscious dimension to its profile.
With an alcohol content of 12.5% and a natural cork closure, the 2020 Weingut Clemens Busch Riesling Marienburg Falkenlay Grosses Gewächs is a testament to the potential of Mosel Rieslings. Its blend of rich aromas, refined elegance, and impressive accolades makes it a compelling choice for both immediate enjoyment and cellaring.