The 2022 Selbach-Oster Riesling Auslese from Zeltinger Schlossberg in the Mosel Saar Ruwer region of Germany is a standout offering from the Middle Mosel sub-region. This Riesling, produced by Selbach-Oster, is characterized by its white color and natural cork closure, with an alcohol content of 7.5%.

Robert Parker's Wine Advocate awarded this wine an impressive score of 95, describing it as having a "clear and intense yet also very fine bouquet" with aromas of flinty slate, iodine, and elegant ripe fruit. The review highlighted its lush, round palate, marked by vital and saline qualities, resulting in a "savory and stimulating saline/lemon-bitter finish" (Stephan Reinhardt).

Vinous also praised this Riesling Auslese, giving it a score of 93. The reviewer noted the presence of slate and citrus aromas, complemented by a palate that features "the sweetest Mirabelle and white peach alongside candied lemon." This creates a "very fine, compact, precious liquid" that is "slender, absolutely stony and toned" (Anne Krebiehl MW).

James Suckling's review matched the Wine Advocate's score of 95, calling it a "very classic Mosel Auslese." The review emphasized the deep stone fruit flavors and the "wonderful balance between refined ripeness and slatey minerality." It also noted the beautifully integrated acidity and the wine's "long, firm finish with a lot of stony and spicy complexity" (Stuart Pigott).

Overall, the 2022 Selbach-Oster Riesling Auslese is celebrated for its balance, complexity, and classic Mosel Riesling characteristics, making it a noteworthy choice for both immediate enjoyment and potential aging.