2020 Gau-Weinheim Chardonnay dry Rheinhessen Stumm & Klein 0.75l

2020 Gau-Weinheim Chardonnay dry – Stumm & Klein – Rheinhessen

Local wine

origin

The project Silent & Small was founded in 2019 and stands for high-class Chardonnay from calcareous soils in RheinhessenThe vines in Gau-Weinheimer Kaisergarten grow up Calcareous marl soils with high carbonate content, which are associated with wine Minerality, tension and longevity lend. With only 0.5 ha vineyard area is this local wine a strictly limited rarity.

Expansion

Selective Hand-harvesting and whole-cluster pressingSpontaneous fermentation in used barriques with 15 months full yeast storage, followed by 3 months of maturation in stainless steelBottled unfiltered for maximum authenticity.

Aroma and taste

In the nose ripe pear, yellow apple and white blossoms, supplemented by Brioche, almond and a subtle smokinessOn the palate creamy, powerful and firm at the same time, with fresh acidity and precise structureThe final is salty, mineral and long-lasting.

Dietary recommendations

Ideal Sea bass, poultry in cream sauce, seafood or mushroom risottoEqually suitable for mature Comté or goat cheese.

Special features of the vintage in the growing region

The year 2020 was hot and dry, however, was balanced calcareous soilsThe wines show ripe fruit, concentration and mineral freshness.

Conclusion

The 2020 Gau-Weinheim Chardonnay is a Burgundian-style, mineral and elegant Chardonnay. A precise, limited local wine with great aging potential.