2021 Gau-Weinheim Chardonnay dry Rheinhessen Stumm & Klein 0.75l

2021 Gau-Weinheim Chardonnay dry – Rheinhessen
local wine

Origin:

The 2021 Gau-Weinheim Chardonnay dry comes from the Kaisergarten vineyard in Gau-Weinheim, one of the most limestone-rich sites in Rheinhessen . Here, the vines grow on limestone marl with a limestone subsoil , which lends the wines tension, freshness, and a distinctive salty minerality . The dense planting and meticulous handcrafting by Stumm & Klein ensure small, highly concentrated grapes that clearly reflect the typical characteristics of the soil.

Expansion:

After hand-picking, the grapes were gently pressed whole bunches . Fermentation took place spontaneously in used barriques , where the wine matured on the full lees for approximately 15 months . A short rest period in steel tanks rounded off the aging process. The deliberate omission of fining and filtration guarantees a purist, authentic Chardonnay .

Aroma & Taste:

On the nose, the wine displays ripe pear, yellow apple, and white blossoms , accompanied by brioche and almond notes from the oak barrel aging. On the palate, it is creamy yet taut , with lively acidity and a long, minerally saline finish . A Chardonnay that combines Burgundy character with Rheinhessen's freshness.

Food recommendation:

Excellent with grilled fish , poultry in creamy sauces , seafood , or a risotto with porcini mushrooms . Its structure and elegance also make it an ideal wine for fine dining.

Special features of the 2021 vintage in Rheinhessen:

After a cool spring and a rainy summer, the 2021 vintage brought a late but very healthy harvest . The cooler temperatures ensured fresh acidity , moderate alcohol levels, and precise aromas . Chardonnay from Rheinhessen benefited from the longer ripening period and is particularly refined and aging-worthy this vintage.

Conclusion:

The 2021 Gau-Weinheim Chardonnay dry is a powerful yet precise Chardonnay that clearly displays the signature of Stumm & Klein : mineral, full of character, and uncompromisingly artisanal . A wine that combines Burgundy elegance with Rheinhessen identity.