COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2022
GRAPE
Spätburgunder
PRODUCER
Battenfeld Spanier
REGION
Rheinhessen
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
Medium - High
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Battenfeld Spanier Kirchenstück Spätburgunder 2022 is a VDP.GROSSES GEWÄCHS® from Hohen-Sülzen in Rheinhessen, Germany. It is made from 100% Spätburgunder grapes grown in the renowned Kirchenstück vineyard, known for its limestone and loess soils and old vines. Producer Hans Oliver Spanier focuses on soil vitality and organic farming. The 2022 vintage was dry, contributing to the wine's precision and finesse. This wine is notable for its pronounced minerality and chalky tension, a signature of its terroir.
ALCOHOL
AVG. PRICE
€75
STYLE
Natural
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
14-16°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
The Kirchenstück vineyard boasts very old vines, leading to naturally low yields.
Fact 02
The wine is farmed using certified organic practices.
Fact 03
It's aged in used barrels sourced from the esteemed Domaine Leroy.
Fact 04
The minerality is so pronounced, it's often compared to the freshness of Riesling.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Battenfeld Spanier Kirchenstück Spätburgunder 2022 is produced using 100% Spätburgunder grapes. The winemaking process emphasizes natural methods, including wild fermentation. The wine undergoes extended aging for nearly two years in used French oak barrels, specifically Stück and Doppelstück barrels sourced from Domaine Leroy. Viticulture is certified organic, with a strong focus on soil vitality. The 2022 harvest was influenced by dry conditions, with winter rains aiding in maintaining acidity.
