{"product_id":"weedenborn-chardonnay-westhofen-2024","title":"Weedenborn Chardonnay Westhofen 2024","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeedenborn Chardonnay Westhofen 2024\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRipe quince, subtle toast, and a wonderfully creamy texture give this Chardonnay a distinctly Burgundian character. Within Weedenborn’s village wines, Gesine Roll blends the chalky origins of Westhofen with her penchant for carefully measured oak. Extended lees contact provides the wine with its full mouthfeel, while a fresh, refined structure keeps the palate lively. A characterful white wine in which ripe fruit and understated oak spice integrate beautifully.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVineyards and region\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe slopes around Westhofen are part of the chalk-rich wine landscape of the Wonnegau.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLocation \/ origin:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The wine comes from Westhofen, in the south of the German wine region of Rheinhessen. It belongs to the \"Ortsweine\" (village wines) of Weedenborn: wines where the provenance from a single village is central.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSoil:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Limestone, calcareous marl, and loam characterize the vineyards around Westhofen. The soil composition varies by slope and plot; clay and loam layers retain moisture, supporting water supply during drier periods.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eClimate \u0026amp; influences:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The higher-altitude wine landscape toward Monzernheim, the home of Weedenborn, benefits from cooling winds. The grapes ripen gradually here, which allows for aromatic development and the retention of natural freshness.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVinification and maturation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSkin contact before pressing and a long maturation on the lees build aromatic intensity and texture.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHarvest \u0026amp; processing:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The grapes are hand-picked, destemmed, and lightly crushed. Afterward, juice and skins remain in contact for about 18 hours before the must is pressed. This skin maceration helps release aromatic compounds from the grape skins.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaturation \/ oak aging:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The Chardonnay is aged in wooden barrels and remains in contact with the yeast lees for an extended period. This lees contact contributes to the soft, full mouthfeel, while barrel aging provides a subtle toasted and spicy frame. This gives the ripe fruit and texture time to form a cohesive whole.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrape composition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe natural breadth of the grape forms a beautiful foundation for this full, dry style.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChardonnay – Westhofen:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Chardonnay brings ripe stone fruit and a smooth mouthfeel, with enough acidity to keep the flavor fresh. The grape also lends itself well to barrel aging and lees contact, allowing texture and fine spice to play an important role alongside the fruit.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTasting notes and serving tips\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe nose opens with ripe quince and pear, complemented by subtle toast and fine oak spice. The dry palate is full and juicy, with a creamy texture and a crisp structure. A lightly mineral impression adds extra refinement to the persistent finish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eServing temperature:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Serve at 10–12 °C in a spacious white wine glass, allowing the ripe fruit and soft oak notes to unfold while maintaining the fresh structure.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFood pairing:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Pour alongside pan-fried cod with creamed leeks, roasted chicken with thyme, pumpkin and sage risotto, or a mushroom quiche. The creamy texture pairs beautifully with these soft, savory dishes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAwards\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePrevious vintages of Chardonnay Westhofen received high praise for their combination of fruit, refinement, and structure.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJames Suckling — 93 points — 2022 vintage:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e In September 2023, Stuart Pigott appreciated the flinty freshness, chalky nuances, and understated creaminess. A touch of butterscotch and candied lemon gave the long finish extra depth.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFalstaff — 92 points — 2023 vintage:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e In November 2024, Ulrich Sautter praised the refined bouquet of Nashi pear, apple, herbs, and ground almond. The juicy fruit, vibrant acidity, and harmonious, smooth structure were particularly notable.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFalstaff — 91+ points — 2023 vintage:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e In a follow-up assessment in November 2025, Ulrich Sautter emphasized nutty aromas, fine smoke, and pear, followed by fresh acidity, chalky spice, and a persistent finish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMore information about Weingut Weedenborn\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGesine Roll’s attention to detail was further shaped during her training at Bassermann-Jordan in the Pfalz. There, she worked with cellar master Uli Mell, who, like her, hails from Monzernheim and is known for his precise approach. A stint at Vergelegen in South Africa subsequently deepened her interest in French-inspired wine styles. Back at the family estate, she built upon the work of her father, Udo Mattern, charting her own course where refinement and carefully dosed oak take center stage. Alongside Weedenborn's Sauvignon Blanc expertise, Chardonnay holds a firm place. Falstaff distinguished her as \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWinemaker of the Year\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e in the Weinguide Deutschland 2024.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Weedenborn","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50532546117711,"sku":"WEE-056-2024-075","price":23.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0594\/9358\/0879\/files\/WeedenbornChardonnayWesthofen.webp?v=1790670067","url":"https:\/\/perfectewijn.be\/en\/products\/weedenborn-chardonnay-westhofen-2024","provider":"Perfecte Wijn","version":"1.0","type":"link"}