Blanc de Noir Sekt Brut Nature 2022

Wine description for Blanc de Noir sparkling wine Brut Nature 2022 from Andres & Mugler

Character

Andres & Mugler venture out with this Blanc de Noir Brut Nature a sophisticated variety of German sparkling wine: white sparkling wine made from red grapes, completely without dosage. The cuvée from Pinot Noir and Meunier - the two red Champagne grape varieties - demonstrates the winery's ambition to combine classic methodology with Palatinate style. Brut Nature means uncompromising dryness, zero residual sugar, pure authenticity. The basic wine quality must be right here, because nothing is embellished.

Terroir & origin

The Pfalz is one of Germany's warmest wine regions, protected by the Haardt and favoured by mild, Mediterranean-inspired summers. While the region is traditionally known for powerful Rieslings and Burgundy varieties, an ambitious sparkling wine culture is increasingly developing here. The limestone and loess soils offer ideal conditions for Pinot varieties that require freshness and structure - essential for high-quality sparkling wines with ageing potential.

Grape variety & vinification

The combination of Pinot Noir and Meunier deliberately follows the Champagne model. Meunier brings fruity richness and suppleness, while Pinot Noir contributes structure and elegance. With Blanc de Noir, the grapes are gently pressed to avoid colour extraction - a balancing act that requires a sure instinct. Traditional bottle fermentation and the absence of dosage require perfectly ripe grapes with a natural balance. The 2022 vintage should be characterised by the freshness of a still young sparkling wine, with crisp acidity and mineral precision.

Food pairing suggestions

A Brut Nature of this kind calls for equally purist companions: fresh oysters, Scallops or Sashimi emphasise the mineral clarity. Also to Smoked trout, Goat cheese or a simple Mushroom risotto this sparkling wine shows its versatility. The lack of dosage makes it the ideal aperitif for anyone who appreciates complexity without sweetness.