COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2020
GRAPE
Pinot Noir
PRODUCER
Weingut Philipp Kuhn
REGION
Pfalz
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
Medium - High
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Philipp Kuhn Kirschgarten Pinot Noir Grosses Gewächs 2020 is a single-varietal Pinot Noir from the esteemed Kirschgarten vineyard in Laumersheim, Pfalz, Germany. This wine is classified as a VDP.Grosses Gewächs, indicating its origin from a top-tier vineyard site. The Kirschgarten vineyard is recognized as the oldest and most famous in Laumersheim, characterized by its unique soil composition of wind-blown loess and clay over limestone bedrock, a profile often compared to prime Burgundy terroirs. The vineyard benefits from protection by the Orlenberg. Weingut Philipp Kuhn is a historic family winery, with Philipp Kuhn actively managing the estate since 1992, known for his dedication to producing dry, fully fermented wines.
ALCOHOL
13.5%
AVG. PRICE
€48
STYLE
Classic
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Kirschgarten is Laumersheim's oldest and most renowned vineyard.
Fact 02
The vineyard soil mirrors that of top Burgundy sites.
Fact 03
This wine is classified as a VDP.Grosses Gewächs, the highest tier of German dry wine.
Fact 04
Philipp Kuhn took over the family winery at the young age of 20.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Philipp Kuhn Kirschgarten Pinot Noir Grosses Gewächs is produced using selective hand-harvesting. Fermentation is carried out with natural yeasts at temperatures between 17-18°C. For the red wine, maceration on skins can last up to three weeks. The wine undergoes aging for at least 15 months in barriques, particularly for higher-quality batches. Weingut Philipp Kuhn emphasizes a hands-on approach, aiming for dry, fully fermented wines with minimal intervention.
