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Markus Molitor Wehlener Sonnenuhr Riesling Auslese*** vs Forstmeister Geltz-Zilliken Saarburger Rausch Riesling Spätlese

Tale of the tape.

The splurge
Markus Molitor Wehlener Sonnenuhr Riesling Auslese***
2017 · Mosel, Germany · Riesling
€193
The steal
Dead ringer
Forstmeister Geltz-Zilliken Saarburger Rausch Riesling Spätlese
Mosel, Germany · Riesling
€44 save €149

Tale of the taste

Markus Molitor Wehlener Sonnenuhr Riesling Auslese*** Forstmeister Geltz-Zilliken Saarburger Rausch Riesling Spätlese
Body 6 vs 6 · same
Tannin 1 vs 1 · same
Acidity 9 vs 8 · 1 less on the steal
Sweetness 5 vs 6 · +1 on the steal
Fruit 7 vs 8 · +1 on the steal

Five structure dials above — plus 13 flavour families weighed in the match behind the scenes.

Why it’s a dupe

Same Riesling at heartSame Mosel postcodeSame earthy streakAbout 23% of the price

Where to grab the steal

Typically around €44 (checked Aug 2026) — check live prices:

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