2019 Weingut Knipser Laumersheim Blauer Spätburgunder Trocken
| Type of Wine | Red |
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| Vintage | 2019 |
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| Content (Alc) | 0.75 ltr (13%) |
| Drink window | 2023 - 2030 |
Description
The Knipser brothers presented their first red wines of international standard in the early eighties. Since then, they have been fully committed to perfecting the vineyard methods and thus the quality of the wine. Their focus is Große Gewächse Riesling and Pinot Noir. Weingut Knipser is located in Laumersheim in Germany's second largest wine region, Pfalz. Knipser has been voted Germany's best winemaker several times.
Knipser is known for his many excellent wines from different types of grape varieties such as; Spätburgunder, St. Lauren, Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Riesling, Grauburgunder, Weissburgunder, Gewürztraminer and even the Bordeaux grape varieties Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon!! A wide range of grape varieties, with which he can produce different types of wines from styles such as Burgundy to Bordeaux from one region of origin. 95% of the wines are dry, mainly from traditional grape varieties, these are accompanied by wines from non-indigenous varieties, but then with a Pfalz interpretation.
As with all of Knipsers premium wines, the red wines are only available after several years of maturation. The Pinot Noir (Spätburgunder) grapes come from various vineyards around Laumerheim. The red Spätburgunder Trocken is harvested manually with a classic yeast fermentation and maturation for 12 months in used barriques. In the nose tones of red berries and cherries. A fine yet powerful Burgunder with a good structure. In the mouth complex flavors of raspberries, cherries and tones of a cigar box and espresso powder. Delicious with roasted or grilled beef, pork and poultry.
Specifications
| Type of Wine | Red |
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| Country | Germany |
| Region | Pfalz |
| Winery | Knipser |
| Grape | Pinot Noir |
| Biological certified | No |
| Natural wine | No |
| Vegan | No |
| Vintage | 2019 |
| Drinking as of | 2023 |
| Drinking till | 2030 |
| Alcohol % | 13 |
| Alcohol free/low | No |
| Content | 0.75 ltr |
| Oak aging | Yes |
| Sparkling | No |
| Dessert wine | No |
| Closure | Cork |
| James Suckling rating | 92 |
| Tasting Profiles | Dry, Fruity, Mineral, Red fruit, Flexible |
| Drink moments | Borrelen, Cadeau!, Met vrienden, Open haard, Summer party, Terras, Voor alledag |
Wijnhuis
The Knipser winery is a family-owned business that has been producing wines since 1876. The current generation of winemakers, brothers Volker and Werner Knipser, continue the tradition and have further enhanced the winery's reputation. Knipser is located in the Pfalz region, one of Germany's major wine regions. The Pfalz is known for its mild climate and fertile soils, making it ideal for cultivating various grape varieties.
Weingut Knipser Wine Selection
Knipser's wine selection encompasses a wide range of grape varieties, including Riesling, Pinot Noir (Spätburgunder), Chardonnay, and various other white and red varieties. They are renowned for their expertise in both white and red wines. They also offer some rare cuvées highly appreciated by wine enthusiasts. At Grandcruwijnen, we offer several wines from Weingut Knipser. Entry-level wines like the Laumersheim Blauer Spätburgunder Trocken and the Laumersheim Kalkmergel Riesling Trocken are available. The Pinot Noir (Spätburgunder) and Riesling grapes come from various vineyards around Laumerheim. We also feature premium wines such as the Kirschgarten Spätburgunder Grosses Gewächs and the Laumersheim Steinbuckel Riesling Grosses Gewächs. The Steinbuckel Riesling Grosses Gewächs from Knipser is the Grand Cru among Rieslings. The Riesling grapes come from a small vineyard located in the Pfalz on a substrate of marl and limestone.