Identity
| Producer | Wasenhaus |
| Vol | 0.75 |
| Grapes | 100% Pinot Noir |
| Color | Red |
| Sweetness | Dry |
Tasting
| Color Desc | Delicate, floral, vivid red |
| Aroma | Red fruit notes, delicate, floral, fresh, vivid, joyous, youthful, immediate, bright, light, fruity, aromatic, expressive, pure, elegant |
| Palate | Dry, light body, fresh acidity, delicate tannins, smooth texture, balanced, vibrant, juicy, approachable, elegant, refined, lively, soft, clean, harmonious |
| Finish | Clean, fresh, light, lingering red fruit, subtle spice, smooth, elegant, balanced, pleasant, refined, delicate, bright, youthful, vivid, joyful |
| Food Pairing | Pairs well with red sauce dishes, roast white meats, meaty fish |
| Aging Potential | Best enjoyed in youth, limited aging potential |
| Serving Glassware | Standard red wine glass |
Profile
Acidity (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Body (1-5)
LOWER THAN AVERAGE
Aroma (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Astringency (1-5)
AVERAGE
Minerality (1-5)
LOW
Enology
| ABV % | 12.5 |
| Aging Process | Aged for six months in large used barrels |
| Fermentation | 100% whole-bunch carbonic maceration for 10-12 days under CO2, pressed off and finished fermentation, bottled without sulfur |
Terroir
| Mainly sandy and loess soils |
Interesting facts
| Wasenhaus is a new star of German Pinot Noir, founded by Alexander Götze and Christoph Wolber with Burgundy credentials. The Grand Ordinaire was formerly known as Baden Nouveau and is made with 100% whole cluster carbonic fermentation. |