Taste & Aging
Light
Bold
Smooth
Tannic
Dry
Sweet
Soft
Acidity
Complexity
Beautifully layeredDrinking Window
Aging phase
Until 2023
Ready to drink
2023 - 2026
Past peak
After 2026
Aromas
Food Pairing
Vintage Report
2023 was een goed jaar voor de Duitse wijnbouw, met gunstige omstandigheden die resulteerden in rijpe druiven en een goede balans. De wijnen uit Pfalz van dit oogstjaar worden gekenmerkt door frisheid en expressief fruit.
Originating from the elegant Weingut Hensel winery. This relatively young winery is slowly but surely conquering the world. Thomas Hensel founded the winery in 1990, while still in his final year of wine studies. The vineyards are located in the Palatinate, a wine region in Germany considered the Burgundy of Germany. For Thomas Hensel, winemaking is in his blood. His ancestors already owned a winery in Germany at the end of the 17th century. Weingut Hensel stands for quality, which is particularly well-deserved in its gastronomical aspects. For example, this Hensel Grauburgunder is an excellent accompaniment to oysters or sushi.
The Grauburgunder
For Hensel Grauburgunder, the grapes are grown in the most beautiful locations in the Palatinate. It's located at the same latitude as Luxembourg, giving it the necessary freshness. Grauburgunder is the German name for Pinot Gris, a grape that has become particularly famous in Alsace. However, don't underestimate the German variety. Hensel Grauburgunder ferments and matures in stainless steel tanks. To give the white wine the necessary depth, a small percentage, often around 5%, is aged briefly in oak barrels.Taste the Hensel Grauburgunder
Grauburgunder is a unique grape, yet one that's truly appreciated by everyone. Its flavor is light, mild, and incredibly refreshing. However, by briefly aging some of the wine, Thomas Hensel gives Hensel Grauburgunder its necessary opulence. The nose is classic, yet with nuances of hazelnut and vanilla. Exciting notes of exotic fruit are also revealed. A very delicate spice completes the aroma. The taste is exactly what you'd expect from Grauburgunder: opulent, refined, and elegant. Soft white fruit such as apple, pear, and a hint of peach reveal themselves on the palate. The acidity is low, making Hensel Grauburgunder exceptionally easy on the palate.Product details
| Alcohol content | 12.5% |
|---|---|
| Vintage | 2023 |
| Size | 0.75L |
| Region | Palatinate |
| Land | Germany |
| Producer | Hensel |
| Varietal(s) | Grauburgunder |
| Oak aging | Yes, About 5% is aged very briefly in oak. |
| Ideal serving temperature ? | 8° - 10°C |