Heitlinger 2021 Pinot Gris Reserve Tiefenbach
Hailing from young vines in their 1er and Grosse Lag en, the gain in finesse and authority is palpable. The inclusion of 30% of the stems with the juice imparts a structure and “ green” note that will please all aficionados of old-fashioned burgundy. This wine is at the beginning of a long and promising life. It is an absolute bargain.
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Wine Specifics
WineWise Code | GHE-PGR21 |
Country | Germany |
Region | Baden - Kraichgau |
Color/Style | White |
Destemming | Complete |
Fermentation Vessel | Barrel |
Additional Fermentation Notes | Significantly reduced use of wood, slight reduction, a taut and drinkable acidity and a surprisingly dense structure for the youthfulness of the vines guarantee a perfect addition to the Heitlinger range. |
Aging Vessel | 100% Cask |
Aging Duration (months) | 12 months |
Filtered? | No |
Fining Agents | None |
Yeast Protocol | Spontaneous |
Malolactic Conversion | Yes |
Additonal Maturation Details: | Crushed whole grapes
4h standing time
spindle press
Spontaneous fermentation
Fermented in: 500 litre tonneau
12 months full lees ageing in wood, followed by marrying
unfiltered |
Added Sulfur | No |
Varieties | 100% Pinot Gris |
Residual Sugar | 0.7 |
ABV | 13 |
Acidity | 6.1 |
Closure | Screw-top |
Annual Production | 3500 bottles |
Certified Vegan | No |
Soil Types | Calcareous |
Elevation (meters) | 210-255 |
Vine Age | 20 |
Yields (hl/ha) | 50 |
Farming Practices | Certified Organic, Certified Biodynamic, Certified Sustainable, Fair Choice Certified |
Harvest Method | Hand-Harvested |
Other Vineyard Details | The grapes come from young, organically cultivated vineyards in prime locations. Significantly reduced use of wood, slight reduction, a taut and drinkable acidity and a surprisingly dense structure for the y-outhfulness of the vines guarantee a perfect addition to the Heitlinger range. Placed just below the GGs, they represent a distinctive and very individual style. |
Notes from the Producer: A special feature is its south-southeast exposure. The deciduous forest directly above provides shade for the upper part of the vineyard in the early afternoon. Despite the warm location, the acidity remains stable for a long time. The special microclimate in combination with the red, very ferruginous limestone results in a Pinot Gris with an unmistakable melting flavour, fine spiciness and an almost dusty minerality.
