The majority of our vines are found in the vineyard of Pündericher Marienburg. The vineyard lies on the opposite bank of the river from the village of Pünderich and has a south-southeast orientation.
In the site’s original location, directly below the Marienburg monastery, gray slate dominates. This is where we harvest the grapes for our Großes Gewächs “Marienburg GG.”

Press:
“Pure, very intense and mineral on the simply spectacular deep, precise and terroir-driven nose. […]The wine is enormously salty and complex, tightly woven but never too powerful or rich. It’s simply pure Riesling from a great terroir, and I adore the filigreed structure and intensity.” 95+ P
Robert Parker 2021 about Marienburg GG 2020

“The complex fresh-herb character is underlined by white-fruit and lemon-curd notes. Discreet succulence and plenty of lemony freshness on the medium-bodied palate give this dry Mosel riesling a level of balance that should delight fans of these wines.” 94 P
James Suckling 2021 about Marienburg GG 2020

“I love the white peach and ripe apple aromas that pour from this sleek and crisp, but very well balanced Riesling GG.” 92 P
James Suckling 2022 about Marienburg GG 2021

On historic vineyard maps, this section of the vineyard, above the Pünderich viaduct, is referenced with the highest rating. The red slate that dominates here offers the wines an herbaceous, spicy note, which, with a little residual sugar, comes into even greater focus. In hot years, the south-east orientation is superior to the south-facing sites.

Press:
“Dramatic nose with a complex tapestry of dried-herb and wild-berry aromas that already make a very serious statement. Enormously expressive, with a stunning interplay of fruit, spice (cardamon!) and minerality, this is both deep and delightful. The balance spot-on at the very long, tannic yet silky finish.” 96 P
James Suckling 2021 about Marienburg Rothenpfad GG 2020

“A standout 2021 Mosel GG! Stunning nose of peach and wild herbs with a touch of leesy youthfulness. Excellent concentration and a gracefulness that is rare with this vintage. So focused and finely nuanced, the fruit and wet stone minerality ripple over the palate. I love the delicate citrusy notes at the long, vibrant finish.” 95 P
James Suckling 2022 about Marienburg Rothenpfad GG 2021

„The 2020 Marienburg GG Rothenpfad offers a pure yet intense and refined bouquet of crushed slate, lemons and herbs. Still discreet but already complex, this is a filigreed but intense and juicy Rothenpfad with concentrated fruit, fine tannins and a long and intense finish.” 94+ P
Robert Parker 2021 about Marienburg Rothenpfad GG 2020

“From 80- to 85+-year-old vines on red slate, the 2019 Marienburg GG Rothenpfad is pure, very fine and flinty on the crystalline and concentrated, yet pure, complex and still reductive nose. Silky, round and very elegant on the palate, this is a full-bodied, crystalline, juicy, persistently salty and structured Rothenpfad with great elegance, intensity, warmth and balance. Impressive – and surely exceptional with fresh porcini.” 95 P
Robert Parker 2020 about Marienburg Rothenpfad GG 2019

This extremely stony and terraced south-facing slope is comprised of very hard blue slate. The Rieslings that emerge from this site consistently fascinate as a result of their almost salty minerality.

Press:
“[…] these grapefruit, white-tea and wild-herb aromas really excite us. On the sleek palate this is super-focused with a terrific tannin structure that beautifully matches the crystalline quality on the pristine finish.” 97 P
James Suckling in 2021 about Marienburg Fahrlay GG 2020

“It offers a superb nose made of lemon zest, white flowers, raspberry, fine spices, and herbs. The wine is beautifully precise and playful on the nicely dry palate and leaves a superb feel of fresh fruits and subtly tart minerals in the finish. The aftertaste is all about multi-layered and finely chiseled flavors. What a huge success. We would not be surprised if it eventually exceeds our high expectations at maturity, as it develops its full balance.” 94+ P
Mosel Fine Wines Issue No 59 – November 2021 about Marienburg Fahrlay GG 2020

Press about Fahrlay-Terassen:
“The dense grapefruit, rosemary and thyme nose pulls you inexorably into the orbit of this rich and concentrated dry riesling that has enveloping,salty minerality. And, in spite of all this, it is laser-beam bright and has white-flower delicacy at the very deep finish.” 98 P
James Suckling 2021 about Marienburg Fahrlay-Terrassen GG 2020

“Extremely intense, herbal nose with hints of sealing wax and heavy cream. Powerful, rich and concentrated, this is an really imposing dry wine for the Mosel. Great textural complexity and a huge finish, where there's super-abundant minerality!” 97 P
James Suckling 2021 about Marienburg Fahrlay-Terrassen GG 2019

As the German name suggests, hawks (“Falken”) nest even today in the gaps among the stones that surround this site. The parcel— always appraised by the old winemakers in the village as the best in Pünderich—is particularly well-protected from wind. Falkenlay wines often show creamy, fruity flavors.

Press:
“If you thought you knew what peaches smell and taste like, then think again. At first there's a touch of bready character form long sur-lie maturation, but then the most ravishing peach aroma develops, plus notes of wild rose, orange and jasmine. Super-elegant on the ripe yet extremely precise palate. The peachy beauty only expands and expands at the breathtaking finish.” 98 P
James Suckling 2021 about Marienburg Falkenlay GG 2020

„Full peachy nose, impressive ripeness and generosity for the vintage, this is an immediately appealing 2021 Mosel riesling GG that also has the structure to age well. Still firm at the minty and earthy finish.“ 94P
James Suckling in 2022 about Marienburg Falkenlay GG 2021

This parcel’s 5 terraces nestle between the rocky outcrops to the side of Falkenlay. 70-year-old vines produce small, healthy grapes. Year after year elegant wines of great concentration are the result.

Presse:
“The breathtaking, peachy aromas of this extraordinary Mosel wine come very close to perfection. So ripe and succulent for a dry riesling that it's hard to believe, but it retains staggering precision as it glides over your palate, then takes off in the direction of the outer solar system. We love the creamy quality of the super-long, mineral finish.” 99 P
James Suckling 2021 about Marienburg „Felsterrasse“ 2019

„The 2020 Marienburg Felsterrasse offers perfectly ripe and concentrated yet refined, finely slated and perfectly ripe fruit aromas with delicate lemon juice and herbal aromas. A stunning beauty! Silky, crystalline, lush and intense yet highly finessed and elegant on the palate, this is a full-bodied, rich and very intense yet playful, saline and finessed Riesling with power and concentration and a very long, hedonistic yet always elegant and balanced finish.” 99P
Robert Parker 2022 about Marienburg „Felsterrasse“ 2020

„So much red-fleshed vineyard-peach character makes this very attractive, but there are also honeysuckle, fennel and cumin notes. Very succulent, but no less serious on the generous yet precisely delineated palate. Long, graceful finish with a degree of gentleness that makes this Mosel
masterpiece very easy to enjoy. From 95-year-old vines.“ 97P
James Suckling 2021 about Marienburg „Felsterrasse“ 2020

This is the name given to Falkenlay on the official Land Register. We use the name to designate a small selection of vines from a terrace on higher ground. They produce a wine of exceptional concentration and density.

Presse:
“Essence of Mosel wine here, which immediately conjures up an image of tiny riesling grapes that have turned a perfect golden color in the autumn sun. Then, on the extremely rich and refined palate, comes a gigantic wave of minerality that sweeps you away. Enormously long finish of almost overwhelming beauty. Just doesn't want to stop.” 99 P
James Suckling 2021 about Marienburg “Raffes” 2019

„The 2020 Marienburg Raffes is pure, very intense and fresh on the crystalline nose, with popcorn, mocha and crushed slate aromas. Silky, lush and generous on the palate, this is a full-bodied, dense, intense and refined yet crystalline and saline, firmly structured and very sustainable Raffes with fine tannins ad a long and promising finish. This is a highly complex dry Riesling that is not as soft or as feminine as the Felsterrasse but behaves like the Hermannshöhle to the Dellchen. More aristocratic and shy rather then generous and tender.” 99 P
Robert Parker 2022 about Marienburg „Raffes“ 2020

“Welcome to the dry riesling deep end! Super-intense and super-subtle citrus aromas are married to mind-blowing concentration and mineral freshness in this monumental dry Mosel riesling that's only just beginning to reveal its wet-stone treasures. Patience will be richly rewarded.” 98 P
James Suckling 2021 about Marienburg “Raffes” 2020

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