Blank vom Blanken Sekt 2018

Wine Description for Blanc vom Blanken Sekt 2018 by Forgeurac

Colour & Appearance

Luminous golden yellow in the glass, the perlage displays itself broadly distributed and persistent – a visual promise of substance and depth.

Nose

Here reveals itself a sparkling wine with serious ambition: profound minerality meets distinctive spice, underpinned by a complex fruit spectrum. Citrus and orange zest dominate, flanked by green apple, a hint of pomegranate and surprising notes of wild raspberry. The nose promises more than mere pleasantness – it demands attention.

Palate

On the palate, the Blanc vom Blanken reveals its true nature: demanding and juicy at once, with a structure that conveys depth and seriousness. The grip is pronounced, almost Burgundian in its texture, the length impressive. This sparkling wine demands attention and rewards it with complexity.

Finish

Long, mineral and with lingering spice that interweaves with fine citrus fruit. A finale that lingers in the memory.

Terroir & Origin

Hailing from Baden, this sparkling wine benefits from the region’s cooler climate, which guarantees freshness and tension – ideal conditions for ambitious sparkling wines made by traditional methods.

Grape Variety & Vinification

A thoughtful blend of two-thirds Chardonnay and one-third Pinot Blanc. Whole bunch pressing on the basket press, followed by spontaneous fermentation in used barriques and tonneaux. One year of ageing on full lees without bâtonnage imparts depth without opulence. Zero dosage – this sparkling wine stands naked and has nothing to hide.

Food Pairing Recommendations

An outstanding aperitif for discerning palates, but also an ideal companion to roasted char, scallops with brown butter, sweetbreads or aromatic Asian cuisine with ginger and lemongrass. The structure also pairs well with aged Comté or Gruyère.

Special Features

A masterpiece that proves German producer sparkling wines can operate on equal footing with Champagne. With just 12% alcohol, it displays elegance rather than power – a statement against modern alcohol-heaviness.