New
75cl
Wasenhaus Weissburgunder 2022
Vendor code : 1391
Winemakers Alex Götze and Christoph Wolber of Wasenhaus focus on old vines and intriguing plots that were either overlooked or considered too challenging by other growers. Their Weissburgunder (also known as Pinot Blanc) is grown on heavy limestone and sandy soils, cultivated organically with elements of biodynamic practices.
Color
White
Country
Germany
Fortress
12.5%
Region
Baden
Producer
Wasenhaus
Grape
Weissburgunder
Vintage
2022
The Wasenhaus Weissburgunder 2022 is a fresh and generous Pinot Blanc featuring subtle flavors of hazelnut and minerals. The grapes are grown on a plateau in the volcanic soils of the cooler Achkarrener Römerberg region in Kaiserstuhl. On the palate, this intense and substantial Pinot Blanc is rounded and juicy, with a creamy texture and lingering hints of hazelnut. It is straightforward and fresh, with stimulating purity, bright grip, and salinity on the finish—a wine that pairs beautifully with food.
Burgundian monks were the first to introduce vines to Baden, but over time, these vines adapted to the local climate and soil, making them quite distinct from their Burgundian counterparts. Interestingly, Wasenhaus wines are remarkably similar to some from the Côte d'Or. One of the key challenges in this highly industrialized region, however, is that many ancient clones were replaced in the 1960s and 70s with easier-to-manage clonal selections that produce high yields and are suited for mechanization. A central part of Wasenhaus's mission is the challenge—and adventure—of rediscovering vineyards with good clonal material in Baden and restoring the historic essence of Pinot Noir in the region.
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