Ratings
87 points (2021 vintage) by critics
Awards
Mundus Vini Medal for 2021 vintage
Identity
| Producer | Bianka and Daniel Schmitt |
| Vol | 0.75 |
| Classification | Demeter certified |
| Grapes | 50% Scheurebe, 50% Gelber Muskateller |
| Color | orange |
| Sweetness | dry |
Tasting
| Color Desc | orange |
| Aroma | aromatic bouquet with vibrant notes of elderflower, peach, litchi, melon, rose, herbal spice, and fruity nuances |
| Palate | voluminous body with zesty acidity and tannic grip, dry-mineral finish, balanced and harmonious after aeration |
| Finish | dry and mineral-driven finish with a persistent, gripping tannin structure and refreshing acidity |
| Food Pairing | pairs well with rich fish dishes, poultry, light meats, and spicy cuisine |
| Aging Potential | good aging potential for several years |
| Serving Glassware | white wine glass or universal wine glass |
Profile
Acidity (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Body (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Aroma (1-5)
HIGH
Astringency (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Minerality (1-5)
AVERAGE
Enology
| Organic | Yes |
| Biodynamic | Yes |
| Natural | Yes |
| Aging Process | Aged for one year in 1200 liter wooden barrels (oak) after spontaneous fermentation on skins |
| Fermentation | Spontaneous fermentation on skins for four weeks with indigenous yeasts |
Terroir
| Soil | Calcareous soil covered by clay and partly loess, pebble |
| Harvest Type | manual |
| Harvest Desc | Hand-picked grapes without stalks |
Interesting facts
| Produced by a Demeter certified biodynamic estate; unfiltered, unfined, and no added sulfites; a benchmark German orange wine |
Logistics
| Weight | approximately 350-420 grams (typical for 750 ml lightweight wine bottle) |
| Cork | natural cork |