The Auxerrois Chardonnay Löss und Lehm 2025 by Michael Andres from the Palatinate unites two characterful grape varieties into a harmonious, dry white wine with mineral definition imparted by the loess and clay soils.
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Bottler: Winery Michael Andres, Hauptstr. 33A, 67152 Ruppertsberg/Pfalz / Germany
In the glass
Colour
Sparkling medium yellow with distinct green reflections
Nose
Fruity notes of green apple, pear and citrus fruits, complemented by subtle nuances of white flowers and mineral hints
Palate
Fresh and lively with fine acidity structure, juicy fruit, creamy texture from the Auxerrois, mineral finish with good length
Character
Elegant, unpretentious terroir wine with balanced harmony between fruitiness and minerality, approachable yet characterful
Pairing
Pan-fried white fish, poultry salads, asparagus with hollandaise sauce, light pasta with cream sauces
Notes
Cuvée of Auxerrois and Chardonnay, shaped by the typical loess and clay soils of the Palatinate, which give the wine structure and minerality
Tasting note
Character
Michael Andres combines two distinct characters in this cuvée to create a harmonious whole: the mineral precision of Chardonnay meets the soft fullness of Auxerrois. The wine’s name is programme – Löss and Lehm not only characterise the soils of the Palatinate, but also the character of this dry white wine. It is an uncomplicated, yet far from simple wine that unites Palatinate directness with subtle complexity.
Terroir & Origin
The Palatinate, Germany’s second-largest wine region, offers ideal conditions with its loess and clay soils for these grape varieties. Whilst loess soil provides freshness and elegance, clay imparts structure and substance to the wine. The mild, almost Mediterranean climate of the region enables complete physiological ripeness at moderate alcohol levels. These soils store water and nutrients optimally – a perfect foundation for expressive, terroir-driven white wines.
Grape Variety & Vinification
Chardonnay brings structure, acidity and ageing potential to the cuvée, whilst Auxerrois – a variety traditionally valued in the Palatinate – provides fruit fullness and creamy texture. This combination is certainly established in the region, though rarely named so clearly. Michael Andres’ approach is distinctly crafted and straightforward: the wines are meant to let the terroir speak, not the cellar technique. The Auxerrois was aged purely in stainless steel, the Chardonnay in a traditional Stückfass cask. The result is a wine that eschews excessive oak and instead focuses on fruit clarity and mineral precision.
Food Pairing Suggestions
A versatile table companion: pan-fried fish, poultry in cream sauce or asparagus with hollandaise sauce harmonise beautifully. This cuvée also proves flexible with goat’s cheese, Quiche Lorraine or Asian dishes with moderate spice. The combination of freshness and substance makes it the ideal all-rounder for modern, uncomplicated cuisine.
