COLOUR
White
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2020
GRAPE
Grauburgunder
PRODUCER
Weingut Franz Keller
REGION
Baden
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Oberbergener Bassgeige Grauburgunder 2020 is a single-varietal expression of Grauburgunder from Weingut Franz Keller. It originates from the renowned 'Bassgeige' parcel within the Oberbergen vineyard in Germany's Baden region. This site is characterized by its distinctive shape and a unique terroir composed of loess predominantly found on volcanic rock. The wine carries the VDP.Erste Lage classification, indicating its high quality. Weingut Franz Keller is a family-owned winery with a long tradition, dedicated to expressing the terroir and character of their wines through uncompromising quality standards and environmentally conscious viticulture.
ALCOHOL
12.5%
AVG. PRICE
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
8-10°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
The 'Bassgeige' vineyard's name means 'bass fiddle' due to its shape.
Fact 02
The vineyard soil is a unique mix of loess on volcanic rock.
Fact 03
Weingut Franz Keller has held a Michelin star for its restaurant since 1969.
Fact 04
This wine is classified as a VDP.Erste Lage, a mark of quality.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process for the Oberbergener Bassgeige Grauburgunder begins with the careful harvesting and sorting of grapes, followed by gentle crushing. Fermentation occurs in stainless steel tanks under controlled temperatures to preserve the wine's aromatic profile. After fermentation, the wine undergoes aging on its fine lees for several months, which contributes to its texture and complexity. The winery's approach emphasizes environmental stewardship, with practices such as organic fertilization, mechanical soil cultivation, and cover cropping to enhance soil health. Yield reduction is managed through vineyard interventions like thinning and green harvesting.
