Ratings
JS 89 · RP 89 · JR 90
Identity
| Producer | Weingut Wasenhaus |
| Vol | 0.75 |
| Classification | Landwein |
| Grapes | 100% Pinot Noir |
| Color | red |
| Sweetness | dry |
Tasting
| Color Desc | Medium ruby red |
| Aroma | Nose of clear red fruits, cherry and currant, with fine and slightly spicy notes. |
| Palate | Straight, precise, and structured mouthfeel, fine tannins, marked freshness, sensation of straightness and length. |
| Finish | Persistent, elegant, and very digestible finish. |
| Food Pairing | Ideally pairs with roasted poultry, white meats, refined vegetarian cuisine, and dishes with delicate flavors. |
| Aging Potential | Aging potential of at least 2 years, decant if tasted young. |
Profile
Acidity (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Body (1-5)
AVERAGE
Aroma (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Astringency (1-5)
AVERAGE
Minerality (1-5)
LOWER THAN AVERAGE
Enology
| Aging Process | Aged for 15 months in French oak barrels, with a measured accompaniment spirit, without excessive wood marking. |
| Fermentation | Fermentation with about one third whole clusters in wooden vats. |
Terroir
| Soil | limestone soil |
| Vine Age | Majority of vines over 40 years old |
| Harvest Type | Not explicitly stated |
| Harvest Desc | Grapes sourced from multiple plots in Markgräflerland, vineyards with sandy and loess soils, some vines planted in the 1960s |
Interesting facts
| Domaine Wasenhaus is led by Christoph and Alexander Wißler, major figures in the revival of German Pinot Noir, with an approach inspired by Burgundy. |