COLOUR
White
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2023
GRAPE
Grauburgunder
PRODUCER
Villa Wolf
REGION
Pfalz
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Intensity
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Villa Wolf Grauburgunder 2023 is a white wine from the Pfalz region of Germany, crafted from the Grauburgunder (Pinot Gris) grape. The estate, Villa Wolf, has a long history dating back to 1756 and is now managed with a focus on sustainable viticulture and expressing the unique terroir of the Pfalz. The region's favorable climate, influenced by the Haardt mountains, allows for full grape ripeness, and the soils are characterized by well-drained, weathered sandstone. This wine is considered a classic example from the Villa Wolf Gutswein line, known for its balance and minerality.
ALCOHOL
12.5%
AVG. PRICE
€12
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now
Ideal temperature
8-12°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Grauburgunder has a historical presence in the Pfalz, where it was first identified and vinified separately in the 19th century.
Fact 02
The Pfalz climate is comparable to Alsace, one of Germany's warmer wine-growing regions.
Fact 03
Villa Wolf's philosophy emphasizes that great wines originate in the vineyard.
Fact 04
The estate utilizes traditional vinification methods, including spontaneous fermentation.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Villa Wolf Grauburgunder is produced using a combination of fermentation in large, neutral oak casks and stainless steel tanks. This dual approach aims to build complexity while retaining freshness. The estate's winemaking philosophy emphasizes sustainable viticulture and a minimalist approach to allow the terroir of the Pfalz to express itself. Traditional vinification methods, including spontaneous fermentation with natural yeasts, are employed.
