{"product_id":"weedenborn-grauburgunder-2025","title":"Weedenborn Pinot Gris 2025","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeedenborn Grauburgunder 2025\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe softer side of Grauburgunder is given a refined touch of brioche here. Gesine Roll gives even this accessible estate wine the attention of hand-picking and patient ageing on the fine lees. Ripe apple and pear complement the juicy flavour, with a creamy texture and fresh acidity that keep the whole vibrant. A delightful introduction to Weedenborn’s white wines, in which a friendly style goes hand in hand with careful cellar work.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVineyards and region\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe hilly south of Rheinhessen is the home of this family estate.\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 This Grauburgunder comes from the German wine region of Rheinhessen and belongs to the Gutsweine, the estate wines of Weedenborn. The winery is based in Monzernheim, in the Wonnegau, close to the vineyard slopes of Westhofen.\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 Calcareous soils characterise the area around Monzernheim and Westhofen. The estate's vineyards connect here to the same hillside landscape that also contains the well-known Westhofen vineyards.\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-situated plots around Monzernheim benefit from cooling winds. As a result, ripening here occurs more gradually than on the lower-lying slopes near Westhofen, which is favourable for the development of aromas while maintaining 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 ageing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSkin contact before pressing and malolactic fermentation give the wine its aromatic depth and soft structure.\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. Afterwards, juice and skins remain in contact for about 18 hours before the must is pressed. During this skin maceration, additional aromatic components are released 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\u003eMalolactic fermentation:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e After alcoholic fermentation, the wine undergoes malolactic fermentation. During this process, the sharper malic acid is converted into softer lactic acid, which contributes to a round mouthfeel.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAgeing \/ wood maturation:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The majority is aged in stainless steel tanks, a smaller portion in wooden barrels. Extended time on the fine lees provides extra texture and cohesion. This ensures the fruit remains prominent while simultaneously giving the wine its characteristic creaminess.\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 German name refers to a familiar grape from the Pinot family.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrauburgunder, also called Pinot Gris – Rheinhessen:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e This grape can develop a broad mouthfeel and ripe fruit aromas. At Weedenborn, this character is given a dry, juicy expression, in which apple and pear fruit combine with sufficient acidity for a fresh balance.\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 apple and pear, complemented by fresh brioche and a fine spiciness. The dry palate is full and supple, with a creamy texture and fresh, beautifully integrated acidity. Fruit and soft spiciness remain pleasantly present in the 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 8–10 °C, so the fruit remains fresh and the soft texture is beautifully showcased.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDishes:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Serve with pan-fried pike-perch, chicken with a light mushroom cream sauce, tagliatelle with courgette and ricotta, or a leek quiche. The combination of juiciness and roundness goes well with these soft, savoury preparations.\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\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGerstl — 17+\/20 — 2025 vintage:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e In his personal tasting review, the Swiss wine specialist appreciates the ripe yellow fruit, the pear and the fine spiciness. The juicy acidity and the interplay of fruit intensity and freshness are particularly noteworthy.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFalstaff — 87 points — 2016 vintage:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Axel Biesler and Ulrich Sautter described a fresh, accessible style in March 2017 with lime, lemon zest and apple-like aromas.\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 grew up in Monzernheim, where her father Udo Mattern laid the foundation for Weedenborn's later specialisation in Sauvignon. She herself followed a winemaking education at Bassermann-Jordan in the Pfalz. The precise working methods of cellar master Uli Mell made a great impression on her there; a work placement at Vergelegen in South Africa subsequently deepened her interest in French-inspired wine styles. On the family estate, she developed her own approach in which refinement and carefully dosed wood take centre stage. 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. In addition to Sauvignon Blanc, the Burgundy varieties, including this Grauburgunder, also have a permanent place in the range.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Weedenborn","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50532296458319,"sku":"WEE-015-2025-075","price":12.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0594\/9358\/0879\/files\/WeedenbornGrauburgunder.webp?v=1790671949","url":"https:\/\/perfectewijn.be\/en\/products\/weedenborn-grauburgunder-2025","provider":"Perfecte Wijn","version":"1.0","type":"link"}