COLOUR
White
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2020
GRAPE
Pinot Noir
PRODUCER
Weinhaus Meyer Näkel
REGION
Ahr
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Intensity
Mid - Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Illusion Blanc de Noir is a white wine produced by Weinhaus Meyer Näkel in the Ahr region of Germany, made exclusively from 100% Pinot Noir grapes. The wine's name, 'Illusion,' reflects its distinctive nature as a white wine derived from red fruit. Weinhaus Meyer Näkel is a family estate with a long history in the Ahr Valley, focusing on expressing the minerality of their steep, slate vineyards, particularly through their expertise with Pinot Noir. The 2020 vintage offers a nuanced and elegant expression of this unique winemaking style.
ALCOHOL
12.5%
AVG. PRICE
€22
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
6-8°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
A white wine made from red grapes: Pinot Noir.
Fact 02
The name 'Illusion' hints at its unique transformation.
Fact 03
Crafted in the Ahr Valley, a prime German Pinot Noir region.
Fact 04
Production method is similar to Champagne base wine.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The production of Illusion Blanc de Noir involves pressing whole-bunch Pinot Noir grapes gently to extract clear juice without significant skin contact, thus preserving its pale color. Fermentation is conducted cool and controlled, with a portion potentially aged in barriques. Partial malolactic fermentation is utilized to soften acidity and enhance aroma development. Following fermentation, the wine rests on fine lees for several weeks before bottling. The grapes are hand-harvested and transported in small boxes.
